ZIP Code 23161, Virginia
ZIP Code 23161 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23161 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in King and Queen County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 337. The land area covers 9.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | ±227 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs | ±26.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 141 | ±87 | 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 | 191 | ±98 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 141 | ±87 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 50 | ±56 |
| Median Home Value | $322,400 | ±$194,928 |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $41,440 | ±$9,809 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.2% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4 | ±6 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±5.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 233 | ±165 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.8% | ±28.9% |
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: 6,747 (2024)
ID: 209685
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 177, KING AND QUEEN COURT HOUSE VA 23085-0177
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | King William, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | New Kent, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | New Kent, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | King And Queen C H, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | N | Tappahannock, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | King William, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Tappahannock, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Quinton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | King William, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Tappahannock, 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 | 20.0 mi away | 12745 College Drive, Glenns, VA, 23149-2616 |
8047586730
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KING & QUEEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 396 NEWTOWN ROAD, ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH, VA, 23148 |
(804) 769-1623
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UPPER KING WILLIAM BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 694-J SHARON ROAD, KING WILLIAM, VA, 23086 |
(804) 769-3731
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HERITAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 7791 INVICTA LANE, NEW KENT, VA, 23124 |
(804) 966-2480
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WEST POINT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 721 MAIN STREET, WEST POINT, VA, 23181 |
(804) 843-3244
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ESSEX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 117 N. CHURCH LANE, TAPPAHANNOCK, VA, 22560 |
(804) 443-4945
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RICHMOND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 52 CAMPUS DRIVE, WARSAW, VA, 22572 |
(804) 333-6710
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MIDDLESEX COUNTY MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 150 GRACE AVE., URBANNA, VA, 23175 |
(804) 758-5717
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MIDDLESEX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY URBANNA
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 150 GRACE AVE., URBANNA, VA, 23175 |
(804) 758-5717
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MECHANICSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 7461 SHERWOOD CROSSING PLACE, MECHANICSVILLE, VA, 23111 |
(804) 746-9615
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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 WALKERTON 2 NW, VA US, located 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 23161. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.6° | 29.4° | 39.0° | 3.19" | 3.4" |
| February | 52.3° | 31.1° | 41.7° | 2.85" | 2.4" |
| March | 60.4° | 37.8° | 49.1° | 4.03" | 1.0" |
| April | 71.6° | 46.9° | 59.2° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.6° | 56.8° | 67.2° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.9° | 65.0° | 75.0° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.4° | 69.4° | 78.9° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.9° | 67.8° | 77.3° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.2° | 61.6° | 71.4° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.5° | 49.6° | 60.5° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.9° | 39.3° | 50.1° | 3.29" | 0.1" |
| December | 51.7° | 32.4° | 42.1° | 3.69" | 0.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| King and Queen Court House CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| King William CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Central Garage CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| West Point town | Town | 13.4 mi | — |
| Tappahannock town | Town | 14.0 mi | — |
| New Kent CDP | CDP | 14.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23161. • 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.