ZIP Code 23116, Virginia
ZIP Code 23116 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23116 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hanover County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34,188. The land area covers 54.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,188 | ±1,466 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,236 | ±505 | 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 | 12,415 | ±489 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,236 | ±505 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 179 | ±124 |
| Median Home Value | $433,900 | ±$9,391 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,962 | ±$198 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $141,711 | ±$6,109 |
| Per Capita Income | $59,857 | ±$2,843 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,175 | ±388 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,164 | ±966 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.1% | ±1.2% |
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: 115,309 (2024)
ID: 136009
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: GIS MANAGER
PO BOX 470, HANOVER VA 23069-0470
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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 | North Chesterfield, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Glen Allen, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Highland Springs, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Richmond, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Highland Springs, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Richmond, VA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | N | Richmond, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Richmond, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Richmond, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ashland, 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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Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
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College | 6.2 mi away | 8550 Magellan Parkway Suite 1100, Richmond, VA, 23227-1149 |
8046275300
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MECHANICSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 7461 SHERWOOD CROSSING PLACE, MECHANICSVILLE, VA, 23111 |
(804) 746-9615
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Bon Secours St Mary's Hospital School of Medical Imaging
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College | 6.2 mi away | 8550 Magellan Pkwy Ste 700, Richmond, VA, 23227 |
8046275300
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ATLEE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 9212 RUTLANDSHIRE DRIVE, MECHANICSVILLE, VA, 23116 |
(804) 559-0654
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Virginia Barber School
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College Vocational | 7.0 mi away | 1152 Wilkinson Road, Richmond, VA, 23227-1623 |
8042640800
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NORTH PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 8508 FRANCONIA ROAD, HENRICO, VA, 23227 |
(804) 501-1970
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J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
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College | 8.5 mi away | 1651 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA, 23228-2327 |
8043713000
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HANOVER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 7527 LIBRARY DRIVE, HANOVER, VA, 23069 |
(804) 365-6210
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Union Presbyterian Seminary
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College | 9.2 mi away | 3401 Brook Rd, Richmond, VA, 23227 |
8043550671
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FAIRFIELD AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 1401 N. LABURNUM AVENUE, HENRICO, VA, 23223 |
(804) 501-1930
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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 ASHLAND HANOVER CO MUNI AP, VA US, located 6.8 miles from ZCTA5 23116. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.2° | 27.9° | 37.5° | 3.48" | — |
| February | 50.9° | 29.5° | 40.2° | 2.87" | — |
| March | 59.0° | 35.9° | 47.5° | 3.89" | — |
| April | 69.6° | 45.2° | 57.4° | 3.43" | — |
| May | 77.0° | 54.7° | 65.8° | 4.33" | — |
| June | 84.8° | 63.2° | 74.0° | 4.14" | — |
| July | 88.7° | 67.8° | 78.3° | 3.98" | — |
| August | 86.9° | 66.1° | 76.5° | 4.93" | — |
| September | 80.7° | 59.4° | 70.0° | 4.04" | — |
| October | 70.1° | 47.5° | 58.8° | 3.65" | — |
| November | 59.5° | 37.6° | 48.6° | 3.39" | — |
| December | 50.8° | 30.9° | 40.9° | 3.68" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanicsville CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Chamberlayne CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| East Highland Park CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Hanover CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Highland Springs CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Glen Allen CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23116. • 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.