ZIP Code 23701, Virginia
ZIP Code 23701 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23701 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Portsmouth city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 24,298. The land area covers 7.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,298 | ±1,862 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,793 | ±514 | 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 | 10,378 | ±525 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,793 | ±514 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 585 | ±191 |
| Median Home Value | $235,200 | ±$8,483 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,305 | ±$73 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,349 | ±$4,279 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,768 | ±$2,133 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,899 | ±810 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.4% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,273 | ±960 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88% | ±2.3% |
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 | 03-08 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Newport News, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Newport News, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Norfolk, 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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Eastern Virginia Medical School
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College | 5.0 mi away | 735 Fairfax Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23507 |
7574468422
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MANOR BRANCH
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 1401 ELMHURST LANE, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23701 |
(757) 465-2916
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Tidewater Community College
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College | 5.1 mi away | 121 College Place, Norfolk, VA, 23510 |
7578221111
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CHURCHLAND BRANCH
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 4934 HIGH STREET WEST, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23703 |
(757) 686-2538
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Old Dominion University
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College | 6.2 mi away | 5115 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA, 23529 |
7576833000
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CRADOCK BRANCH
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 28 PROSPECT PARKWAY, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23702 |
(757) 393-8759
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Norfolk State University
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College | 6.5 mi away | 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23504-8000 |
7578238600
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RUSSELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 2808 TAYLOR ROAD, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23321 |
(757) 382-1945
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Sentara College of Health Sciences
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College | 7.4 mi away | 1441 Crossways Blvd, Suite 105, Chesapeake, VA, 23320 |
7573882900
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MAJOR HILLARD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 824 OLD GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY., NOR, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23323 |
(757) 382-1923
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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 NORFOLK S, VA US, located 8.8 miles from ZCTA5 23701. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.8° | 32.2° | 40.5° | 3.65" | — |
| February | 51.9° | 34.0° | 42.9° | 3.15" | — |
| March | 58.3° | 39.8° | 49.1° | 4.05" | — |
| April | 69.5° | 48.8° | 59.1° | 3.68" | — |
| May | 76.5° | 57.5° | 67.0° | 4.06" | — |
| June | 83.9° | 66.3° | 75.1° | 4.78" | — |
| July | 88.0° | 71.1° | 79.5° | 5.71" | — |
| August | 85.8° | 69.5° | 77.7° | 6.59" | — |
| September | 79.7° | 64.5° | 72.1° | 6.16" | — |
| October | 70.5° | 53.4° | 62.0° | 4.51" | — |
| November | 60.1° | 42.6° | 51.3° | 3.49" | — |
| December | 52.7° | 36.0° | 44.4° | 3.51" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Chesapeake city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Norfolk city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
| Carrollton CDP | CDP | 12.2 mi | — |
| Benns Church CDP | CDP | 14.7 mi | — |
| Suffolk city | City | 16.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23701. • 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.