ZIP Code 23968, Virginia
ZIP Code 23968 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 23968 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mecklenburg County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 671. The land area covers 35.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | ±215 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54.6 yrs | ±17.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 338 | ±116 | 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 | 409 | ±118 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 338 | ±116 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 71 | ±51 |
| Median Home Value | $170,000 | ±$116,481 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,571 | ±$34,149 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,038 | ±$6,805 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.8% | ±12.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 172 | ±100 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 250 | ±102 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 50.6% | ±5.9% |
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: 30,824 (2024)
ID: 209687
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 307, BOYDTON VA 23917-0307
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Saxe, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chase City, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Skipwith, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baskerville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Baskerville, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Baskerville, VA | |
| 9 Nearby | 6-17 | CHASE CITY, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BUTLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 515 MARSHALL STREET, CHASE CITY, VA, 23924 |
(434) 372-4286
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BURNETT LIBRARY & LEARNING CENTER
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 914 VIRGINIA AVE, CLARKSVILLE, VA, 23927 |
(434) 374-8692
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BOYDTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 1294 JEFFERSON ST, BOYDTON, VA, 23917 |
(434) 738-6580
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WYLLIESBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 768 BARNESVILLE HWY, WYLLIESBURG, VA, 23976 |
(434) 735-8812
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STOVALL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 300 MAIN ST, STOVALL, NC, 27582 |
(919) 693-5722
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R. T. ARNOLD LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 110 EAST DANVILLE ST., SOUTH HILL, VA, 23970 |
(434) 447-8162
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SOUTH BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 509 BROAD ST., SOUTH BOSTON, VA, 24592 |
(434) 575-4228
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KEYSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 200 KING STREET, KEYSVILLE, VA, 23947 |
(434) 736-0083
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HALIFAX COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 177 SOUTH MAIN ST., HALIFAX, VA, 24558 |
(434) 476-3357
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CHARLOTTE COUNTY LIBRARY - MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 24.4 mi away | 112 LEGRANDE AVENUE, CHARLOTTE COURT HOUS, VA, 23923 |
(434) 542-5247
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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 CHASE CITY, VA US, located 4.6 miles from ZCTA5 23968. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.4° | 29.1° | 39.3° | 3.76" | 3.0" |
| February | 52.7° | 30.8° | 41.7° | 3.27" | 0.8" |
| March | 60.3° | 36.2° | 48.3° | 4.07" | 0.4" |
| April | 70.6° | 44.9° | 57.8° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.6° | 54.7° | 66.1° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.2° | 63.5° | 74.3° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.9° | 67.8° | 78.4° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.1° | 66.2° | 76.6° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.0° | 59.5° | 70.2° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.0° | 46.9° | 59.0° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.0° | 37.3° | 49.2° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.3° | 31.3° | 41.8° | 3.77" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chase City town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Thynedale CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Clarksville town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
| Boydton town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
| Fairview CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Baskerville CDP | CDP | 13.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 23968. • 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.