ZIP Code 23872, Virginia
ZIP Code 23872 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23872 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dinwiddie County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,571. The land area covers 99.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,571 | ±527 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,037 | ±206 | 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 | 1,233 | ±202 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,037 | ±206 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 196 | ±111 |
| Median Home Value | $215,200 | ±$74,247 |
| Median Gross Rent | $960 | ±$81 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,913 | ±$26,743 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,917 | ±$9,306 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% | ±9.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 545 | ±267 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,269 | ±339 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.1% | ±11.2% |
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: 28,576 (2024)
ID: 176676
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO DRAWER 70, DINWIDDIE VA 23841-0070
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Blackstone, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lawrenceville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Dinwiddie, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Dinwiddie, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dinwiddie, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lawrenceville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Church Road, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alberta, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dinwiddie, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Lawrenceville, 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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Southside Virginia Community College
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College | 14.5 mi away | 109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA, 23821 |
8882207822
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MCKENNEY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 20916 OLD SCHOOL ROAD, MCKENNEY, VA, 23872 |
(804) 458-6329
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Richard Bland College
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College | 21.7 mi away | 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA, 23805-7100 |
8048626100
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DINWIDDIE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 14103 BOYDTON PLANK ROAD, DINWIDDIE C.H., VA, 23841 |
(804) 458-6329
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Virginia State University
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College | 24.3 mi away | 1 Hayden Drive, Petersburg, VA, 23806 |
8045245000
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BLACKSTONE LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 415 S. MAIN ST., BLACKSTONE, VA, 23824 |
(434) 292-3587
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Another Level Barbering and Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 24.6 mi away | 102 North Sycamore Street, Petersburg, VA, 23803-3245 |
8047333337
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BRUNSWICK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 133 WEST HICKS STREET, LAWRENCEVILLE, VA, 23868 |
(434) 848-2418
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MEHERRIN REGIONAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE/VAN
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 133 WEST HICKS STREET, LAWRENCEVILLE, VA, 23868 |
(434) 848-2418
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ROHOIC BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 7301-A BOYDTON PLANK ROAD, PETERSBURG, VA, 23803 |
(804) 458-6329
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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 FT PICKETT, VA US, located 12.7 miles from ZCTA5 23872. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.2° | 26.5° | 37.4° | 3.74" | 1.5" |
| February | 51.9° | 28.2° | 40.0° | 2.86" | 0.6" |
| March | 59.2° | 35.0° | 47.1° | 4.12" | 0.4" |
| April | 69.8° | 44.1° | 56.9° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.7° | 54.4° | 65.5° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.1° | 63.1° | 73.6° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.7° | 67.8° | 77.8° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.9° | 66.1° | 76.0° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.4° | 59.3° | 69.8° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.4° | 46.5° | 58.5° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.4° | 35.8° | 48.1° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| December | 51.6° | 29.7° | 40.6° | 3.75" | 0.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKenney town | Town | 0.3 mi | — |
| Warfield CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Dinwiddie CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
| Alberta town | Town | 12.6 mi | — |
| Blackstone town | Town | 16.7 mi | — |
| Lawrenceville town | Town | 17.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23872. • 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.