ZIP Code 23487, Virginia
ZIP Code 23487 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23487 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Isle of Wight County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,477. The land area covers 95.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,477 | ±693 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,526 | ±252 | 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 | 2,920 | ±277 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,526 | ±252 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 394 | ±165 |
| Median Home Value | $290,400 | ±$33,073 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,173 | ±$229 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,243 | ±$6,010 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,374 | ±$2,469 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 598 | ±284 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,889 | ±442 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.4% | ±4.9% |
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: 40,942 (2024)
ID: 136010
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
17130 MONUMENT CIR, STE A, ISLE OF WIGHT VA 23397
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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 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Carrollton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Carrsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Newport News, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Franklin, 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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Paul D Camp Community College
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College | 16.8 mi away | 100 N College Dr, Franklin, VA, 23851 |
7575696700
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WINDSOR BRANCH
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 18 DUKE STREET, WINDSOR, VA, 23487 |
(757) 242-3046
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Christopher Newport University
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College | 19.6 mi away | 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA, 23606-3072 |
7575947000
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CHUCKATUCK LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 5881 GODWIN BLVD., SUFFOLK, VA, 23432 |
(757) 514-7310
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Riverside College of Health Careers
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College | 19.7 mi away | 316 Main Street, Newport News, VA, 23601 |
7572402200
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SMITHFIELD BRANCH
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 255 JAMES STREET, SMITHFIELD, VA, 23430 |
(757) 357-2264
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Asher Institute of Hampton
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College Vocational | 20.7 mi away | 4107 West Mercury Blvd, Hampton, VA, 23666 |
7577234809
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MORGAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 443 W. WASHINGTON STREET, SUFFOLK, VA, 23434 |
(757) 514-7323
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Luckes Beauty Academy LLC
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College Vocational | 22.0 mi away | 888 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard, Newport News, VA, 23601-1303 |
7575990534
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SUFFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 443 W. WASHINGTON STREET, SUFFOLK, VA, 23434 |
(757) 514-7323
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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 SUFFOLK LAKE KILBY, VA US, located 10.6 miles from ZCTA5 23487. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.3° | 31.1° | 40.2° | 3.66" | 3.1" |
| February | 52.4° | 32.9° | 42.7° | 2.96" | 1.5" |
| March | 59.4° | 38.9° | 49.1° | 4.07" | 0.3" |
| April | 69.2° | 48.0° | 58.6° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.1° | 56.7° | 66.4° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.4° | 65.1° | 74.2° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 69.7° | 78.3° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.1° | 68.6° | 76.8° | 5.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.6° | 63.0° | 71.3° | 5.80" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.5° | 51.5° | 61.0° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.5° | 40.8° | 50.6° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.7° | 34.8° | 43.7° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor town | Town | 2.6 mi | — |
| Benns Church CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Ivor town | Town | 10.1 mi | — |
| Smithfield town | Town | 10.6 mi | — |
| Suffolk city | City | 11.5 mi | — |
| Carrsville CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23487. • 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.