ZIP Code 23608, Virginia
ZIP Code 23608 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23608 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Newport News city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 43,641. The land area covers 10.75 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,641 | ±1,674 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,918 | ±610 | 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 | 18,891 | ±598 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,918 | ±610 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 973 | ±265 |
| Median Home Value | $266,500 | ±$8,022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,265 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,126 | ±$4,874 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,742 | ±$1,878 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,329 | ±1,220 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.5% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 20,442 | ±1,223 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.1% | ±0.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hayes, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Newport News, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Newport News, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hayes, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hampton, 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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Tomorrow's Image Barber And Beauty Academy of Virginia
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College Vocational | 1.3 mi away | 490 Suite F Denbigh Boulevard, Newport News, VA, 23608-5532 |
7578741300
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VIRGIL I. GRISSOM LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 366 DESHAZOR DRIVE, NEWPORT NEWS, VA, 23608 |
(757) 369-3190
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Centura College-Newport News
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College Vocational | 1.5 mi away | 616 Denbigh Blvd., Newport News, VA, 23608 |
7578742121
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YORKTOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 8500 GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGHWAY, YORKTOWN, VA, 23692 |
(757) 890-5209
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Empire Beauty School-Newport News
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College Vocational | 3.1 mi away | 12365 Hornsby Lane, Newport News, VA, 23602-6958 |
8009204593
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OUTREACH VAN
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 100 LONG GREEN BOULEVARD, YORKTOWN, VA, 23693 |
(757) 890-5100
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Christopher Newport University
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College | 6.5 mi away | 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA, 23606-3072 |
7575947000
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TABB LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 100 LONG GREEN BOULEVARD, YORKTOWN, VA, 23693 |
(757) 890-5100
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Luckes Beauty Academy LLC
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College Vocational | 6.5 mi away | 888 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard, Newport News, VA, 23601-1303 |
7575990534
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POQUOSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 500 CITY HALL AVE., POQUOSON, VA, 23662 |
(757) 868-3060
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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 NEWPORT NEWS INTL AP, VA US, located 3.0 miles from ZCTA5 23608. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.0° | 30.6° | 39.8° | 3.05" | — |
| February | 52.5° | 31.8° | 42.2° | 2.58" | — |
| March | 59.1° | 38.0° | 48.5° | 3.35" | — |
| April | 69.6° | 47.2° | 58.4° | 3.08" | — |
| May | 77.2° | 56.1° | 66.7° | 3.66" | — |
| June | 84.7° | 64.5° | 74.6° | 4.07" | — |
| July | 88.2° | 70.3° | 79.2° | 4.69" | — |
| August | 86.6° | 68.1° | 77.3° | 5.36" | — |
| September | 80.9° | 62.6° | 71.7° | 4.95" | — |
| October | 71.3° | 51.4° | 61.4° | 4.16" | — |
| November | 61.2° | 40.2° | 50.7° | 3.00" | — |
| December | 53.3° | 33.5° | 43.4° | 3.19" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport News city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Yorktown CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Bethel Manor CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Rushmere CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Gloucester Point CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Williamsburg city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23608. • 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.