ZIP Code 23803, Virginia
ZIP Code 23803 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23803 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chesterfield County / Dinwiddie County / Petersburg city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,012. The land area covers 72.18 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,012 | ±1,976 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,767 | ±692 | 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 | 19,925 | ±596 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,767 | ±692 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,158 | ±437 |
| Median Home Value | $230,400 | ±$11,009 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,178 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,813 | ±$4,510 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,256 | ±$1,330 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.9% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,579 | ±1,070 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,263 | ±1,216 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.3% | ±0.3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Midlothian, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Midlothian, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | N | Petersburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Midlothian, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | North Chesterfield, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | North Chesterfield, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chester, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Midlothian, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hopewell, 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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Virginia State University
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College | 3.8 mi away | 1 Hayden Drive, Petersburg, VA, 23806 |
8045245000
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ETTRICK-MATOACA LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 4501 RIVER ROAD, S. CHESTERFIELD, VA, 23803 |
(804) 751-2275
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Another Level Barbering and Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 4.4 mi away | 102 North Sycamore Street, Petersburg, VA, 23803-3245 |
8047333337
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ROHOIC BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 7301-A BOYDTON PLANK ROAD, PETERSBURG, VA, 23803 |
(804) 458-6329
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Jazz Barber and Hairstyling Academy
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College Vocational | 5.4 mi away | 1024 East Washington Street, Petersburg, VA, 23803-3508 |
8047323040
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PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 201 W. WASHINGTON ST., PETERSBURG, VA, 23803 |
(804) 733-2387
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Richard Bland College
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College | 5.9 mi away | 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA, 23805-7100 |
8048626100
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PETERSBURG TECH BUS
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 201 W. WASHINGTON ST., PETERSBURG, VA, 23803 |
(804) 733-2387
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Southside College of Health Sciences
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College | 5.9 mi away | 430 Clairmont Court - Suite 200, Colonial Heights, VA, 23834 |
8047655800
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COLONIAL HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 1000 YACHT BASIN DRIVE, COLONIAL HEIGHTS, VA, 23834 |
(804) 520-9384
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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 PETERSBURG, VA US, located 5.2 miles from ZCTA5 23803. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.1° | 28.3° | 38.7° | 3.02" | — |
| February | 52.2° | 29.1° | 40.7° | 2.70" | — |
| March | 60.1° | 36.1° | 48.1° | 4.37" | — |
| April | 70.4° | 45.6° | 58.0° | 3.62" | — |
| May | 78.2° | 55.0° | 66.6° | 4.37" | — |
| June | 85.5° | 64.2° | 74.8° | 4.23" | — |
| July | 89.3° | 69.0° | 79.2° | 4.70" | — |
| August | 87.4° | 67.3° | 77.4° | 5.31" | — |
| September | 81.5° | 60.8° | 71.1° | 4.63" | — |
| October | 71.6° | 48.0° | 59.8° | 3.41" | — |
| November | 61.5° | 37.3° | 49.4° | 3.16" | — |
| December | 52.6° | 30.6° | 41.6° | 3.47" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matoaca CDP | CDP | 1.6 mi | — |
| Ettrick CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Petersburg city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Colonial Heights city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Fort Gregg-Adams CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Chester CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23803. • 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.