ZIP Code 22959, Virginia
ZIP Code 22959 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 22959 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Albemarle County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,923. The land area covers 46.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,923 | ±464 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.2 yrs | ±8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 745 | ±169 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 809 | ±175 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 745 | ±169 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 64 | ±63 |
| Median Home Value | $548,800 | ±$83,286 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,412 | ±$283 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $95,461 | ±$26,183 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,514 | ±$10,527 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% | ±5.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 152 | ±113 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±6.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 814 | ±261 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.8% | ±4.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 117,313 (2024)
ID: 176667
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DEPT
401 MCINTIRE RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE VA 22902-4579
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Waynesboro, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Crozet, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Waynesboro, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Charlottesville, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Piedmont Virginia Community College
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College | 10.6 mi away | 501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA, 22902-7589 |
4349773900
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CROZET LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 2020 LIBRARY AVE, CROZET, VA, 22932 |
(434) 823-4050
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University of Virginia-Main Campus
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College | 10.8 mi away | 1827 University Avenue, Charlottesville, VA, 22903-2628 |
4349240311
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GORDON AVENUE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 1500 GORDON AVENUE, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22903 |
(434) 296-5544
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CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 201 EAST MARKET ST., CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22902 |
(434) 979-7151
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SCOTTSVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 330 BIRD STREET, SCOTTSVILLE, VA, 24590 |
(434) 286-3541
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JEFFERSON-MADISON BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 705 W. RIO RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22901 |
(434) 979-7893
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NORTHSIDE LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 705 W. RIO RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22901 |
(434) 973-7893
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WAYNESBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 600 S. WAYNE AVE., WAYNESBORO, VA, 22980 |
(540) 942-6746
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COMMUNITY IN MOTION BUS
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 413 PORT REPUBLIC ROAD, WAYNESBORO, VA, 22980 |
(540) 942-6746
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CHARLOTTESVILLE 2W, VA US, located 9.8 miles from ZCTA5 22959. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.7° | 27.7° | 36.2° | 3.42" | 3.9" |
| February | 48.7° | 29.5° | 39.1° | 2.97" | 5.9" |
| March | 56.5° | 36.3° | 46.4° | 3.96" | 3.8" |
| April | 68.3° | 45.9° | 57.1° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.4° | 55.4° | 65.4° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 63.8° | 73.5° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.4° | 67.9° | 77.6° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.6° | 66.3° | 75.9° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.2° | 59.6° | 69.4° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.5° | 48.9° | 58.7° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.7° | 39.3° | 48.5° | 3.65" | 0.2" |
| December | 48.1° | 31.9° | 40.0° | 3.75" | 3.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Garden CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Esmont CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Crozet CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Ivy CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| University of Virginia CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
| Schuyler CDP | CDP | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 22959. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.