ZIP Code 23224, Virginia
ZIP Code 23224 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23224 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chesterfield County / Richmond city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 40,575. The land area covers 11.56 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40,575 | ±2,261 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,633 | ±966 | 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 | 19,113 | ±993 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,633 | ±966 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,480 | ±403 |
| Median Home Value | $207,500 | ±$12,260 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,314 | ±$50 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,475 | ±$3,422 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,584 | ±$1,683 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.4% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,628 | ±1,692 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,819 | ±1,425 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.7% | ±2.2% |
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: 389,793 (2024)
ID: 194525
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASST COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 40, CHESTERFIELD VA 23832-0903
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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 | Midlothian, 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Midlothian, VA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | N | Richmond, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Richmond, 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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Galen Health Institutes-Richmond
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College | 3.4 mi away | 7300 Beaufont Springs Drive, Richmond, VA, 23225-5551 |
8045217721
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BROAD ROCK LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 4820 OLD WARWICK ROAD, RICHMOND, VA, 23224 |
(804) 646-8488
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Virginia Commonwealth University
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College | 3.7 mi away | 910 W Franklin St, Richmond, VA, 23284-2512 |
8048280100
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HULL STREET LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 1400 HULL STREET, RICHMOND, VA, 23224 |
(804) 646-8699
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Virginia Union University
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College | 4.6 mi away | 1500 N Lombardy St, Richmond, VA, 23220 |
8042575600
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WESTOVER HILLS LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 1408 WESTOVER HILLS BOULEVARD, RICHMOND, VA, 23225 |
(804) 646-8833
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Union Presbyterian Seminary
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College | 5.7 mi away | 3401 Brook Rd, Richmond, VA, 23227 |
8043550671
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THE MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 101 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, RICHMOND, VA, 23219 |
(804) 646-4256
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Fortis College-Richmond
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College | 5.9 mi away | 2000 Westmoreland Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA, 23230 |
8043231020
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BELMONT LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 3100 ELLWOOD AVENUE, RICHMOND, VA, 23221 |
(804) 646-1139
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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 RICHMOND INTL AP, VA US, located 8.1 miles from ZCTA5 23224. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.8° | 28.8° | 38.3° | 3.23" | 3.7" |
| February | 51.6° | 30.4° | 41.0° | 2.61" | 2.2" |
| March | 59.6° | 37.2° | 48.4° | 4.00" | 1.1" |
| April | 70.4° | 46.4° | 58.4° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.8° | 55.7° | 66.7° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.6° | 64.5° | 75.0° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.5° | 69.2° | 79.4° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.5° | 67.6° | 77.5° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.2° | 61.1° | 71.2° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.9° | 49.0° | 60.0° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.4° | 38.8° | 49.6° | 3.06" | 0.0" |
| December | 51.5° | 32.1° | 41.8° | 3.51" | 1.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond city | City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Bensley CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Manchester CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Meadowbrook CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Montrose CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Bon Air CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23224. • 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.