ZIP Code 23238, Virginia
ZIP Code 23238 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23238 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Goochland County / Henrico County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 26,050. The land area covers 21.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,050 | ±1,644 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,173 | ±612 | 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 | 12,237 | ±628 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,173 | ±612 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,064 | ±319 |
| Median Home Value | $420,500 | ±$28,149 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,735 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,523 | ±$7,488 |
| Per Capita Income | $67,364 | ±$5,567 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,514 | ±1,141 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,058 | ±887 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±1.4% |
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: 28,223 (2024)
ID: 191745
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: GIS COORDINATOR
PO BOX 10, GOOCHLAND VA 23063-0010
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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 | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Richmond, 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 | 09-12 | Richmond, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ashland, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mechanicsville, 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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Lotus Professional College
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College | 3.6 mi away | 8935 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, VA, 23229 |
8042900980
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GAYTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 10600 GAYTON ROAD, HENRICO, VA, 23238 |
(804) 501-1960
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Henrico County-Saint Marys Hospital School of Practical Nursing
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College Vocational | 4.1 mi away | 1420 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA, 23229 |
8047405800
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MUNICIPAL LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 1901 STARLING DRIVE, HENRICO, VA, 23229 |
(804) 501-5440
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South University-Richmond
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College | 4.4 mi away | 2151 Old Brick Rd, Glen Allen, VA, 23060 |
8047276800
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TUCKAHOE AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 1901 STARLING DRIVE, HENRICO, VA, 23229 |
(804) 501-1910
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University of Richmond
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College | 5.7 mi away | 410 Westhampton Way, University of Richmond, VA, 23173 |
8042898000
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MOBILE LIBRARY SERVICES
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 1700 NORTH PARHAM ROAD, HENRICO, VA, 23229 |
(804) 501-1953
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Empire Beauty School-Richmond
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College Vocational | 5.8 mi away | 9049 West Broad St. #3, Richmond, VA, 23294 |
8009204593
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BON AIR LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 9103 RATTLESNAKE ROAD, N. CHESTERFIELD, VA, 23235 |
(804) 751-2275
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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 CROZIER, VA US, located 13.8 miles from ZCTA5 23238. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.9° | 25.9° | 35.9° | 3.27" | 3.0" |
| February | 49.5° | 27.5° | 38.5° | 2.78" | 3.6" |
| March | 57.3° | 33.1° | 45.2° | 3.51" | 1.5" |
| April | 68.1° | 42.7° | 55.4° | 4.05" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.2° | 52.0° | 63.6° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.9° | 61.3° | 72.1° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 65.9° | 76.3° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.8° | 64.2° | 75.0° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.3° | 57.5° | 68.4° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.0° | 44.9° | 56.9° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.3° | 34.8° | 46.6° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| December | 49.2° | 29.1° | 39.1° | 3.53" | 2.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuckahoe CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Short Pump CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Innsbrook CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Bon Air CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Wyndham CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Dumbarton CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23238. • 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.