ZIP Code 23056, Virginia
ZIP Code 23056 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23056 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mathews County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 175. The land area covers 6.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | ±152 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 26.8 yrs | ±30 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 60 | ±55 | 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 | 100 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 60 | ±55 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 40 | ±66 |
| Median Home Value | $340,500 | ±$224,591 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,205 | ±$67,732 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,727 | ±$25,206 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±11.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 15 | ±24 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±30.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 43 | ±49 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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: 8,602 (2024)
ID: 176686
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
PO BOX 54, HALLIEFORD VA 23068-0054
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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 | Hayes, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hayes, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gloucester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gloucester, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Gloucester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Gloucester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Williamsburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Newport News, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Mathews, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Mathews, 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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Rappahannock Community College
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College | 17.7 mi away | 12745 College Drive, Glenns, VA, 23149-2616 |
8047586730
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MATHEWS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 251 MAIN STREET, MATHEWS, VA, 23109 |
(804) 725-5747
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Centura College-Newport News
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College Vocational | 19.0 mi away | 616 Denbigh Blvd., Newport News, VA, 23608 |
7578742121
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GLOUCESTER BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 6920 MAIN STREET, GLOUCESTER, VA, 23061 |
(804) 693-2998
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Tomorrow's Image Barber And Beauty Academy of Virginia
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College Vocational | 19.7 mi away | 490 Suite F Denbigh Boulevard, Newport News, VA, 23608-5532 |
7578741300
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GLOUCESTER LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 6920 MAIN STREET, GLOUCESTER, VA, 23061 |
(804) 693-2998
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William & Mary
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College | 19.8 mi away | 200 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA, 23187-8795 |
7572214000
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GLOUCESTER POINT LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 2354 YORK CROSSING DRIVE, HAYES, VA, 23072 |
(804) 642-9790
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Empire Beauty School-Newport News
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College Vocational | 20.4 mi away | 12365 Hornsby Lane, Newport News, VA, 23602-6958 |
8009204593
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DELTAVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 35 LOVERS LANE, DELTAVILLE, VA, 23043 |
(804) 776-7362
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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 N, VA US, located 4.2 miles from ZCTA5 23056. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.9° | 29.4° | 38.1° | 4.03" | 4.2" |
| February | 49.1° | 30.2° | 39.6° | 2.92" | 2.3" |
| March | 55.6° | 36.1° | 45.8° | 3.93" | 0.3" |
| April | 65.6° | 45.9° | 55.7° | 3.94" | 0.3" |
| May | 73.3° | 56.0° | 64.6° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.0° | 64.7° | 72.8° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.8° | 70.0° | 77.4° | 5.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.2° | 68.3° | 75.7° | 5.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.3° | 62.6° | 70.4° | 5.05" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.7° | 50.7° | 59.7° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.9° | 39.9° | 49.4° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| December | 51.2° | 32.5° | 41.9° | 3.90" | 1.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathews CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Gloucester Courthouse CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Gwynn CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
| Gloucester Point CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
| Deltaville CDP | CDP | 11.2 mi | — |
| Yorktown CDP | CDP | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23056. • 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.