ZIP Code 24256, Virginia
ZIP Code 24256 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24256 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Buchanan County / Dickenson County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,982. The land area covers 54.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,982 | ±479 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.1 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,123 | ±182 | 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 | 1,474 | ±194 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,123 | ±182 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 351 | ±132 |
| Median Home Value | $104,100 | ±$17,498 |
| Median Gross Rent | $810 | ±$215 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,788 | ±$5,785 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,187 | ±$3,365 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.9% | ±10.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 636 | ±307 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.8% | ±4.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 866 | ±247 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.6% | ±9.4% |
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: 18,632 (2024)
ID: 176672
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 950, GRUNDY VA 24614-0950
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Grundy, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Honaker, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Honaker, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lick Creek, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Elkhorn City, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Fedscreek, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Grundy, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 08-12 | Pikeville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Pikeville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Clintwood, 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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Appalachian School of Law
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College | 11.0 mi away | 1169 Edgewater Drive, Grundy, VA, 24614 |
27693543491231
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HAYSI COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 157 O`QUINN STREET, HAYSI, VA, 24256 |
(276) 865-4851
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Appalachian College of Pharmacy
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College | 15.3 mi away | 1060 Dragon Road, Oakwood, VA, 24631 |
2764984190
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ELKHORN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 150 EAST MAIN STREET, ELKHORN CITY, KY, 41522 |
(606) 754-5451
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American National University-Pikeville
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College | 21.8 mi away | 130 South Mayo Trail, Pikeville, KY, 41501-1520 |
6064787200
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BUCHANAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 1185 POE TOWN STREET, GRUNDY, VA, 24614 |
(276) 935-5721
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Galen Health Institutes-Pikeville
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College | 21.9 mi away | 150 Healthcare Drive, Pikeville, KY, 41501-1321 |
8772237040
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JONNIE B. DEEL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 198 CHASE STREET, CLINTWOOD, VA, 24228 |
(276) 926-6617
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University of Pikeville
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College | 22.0 mi away | 147 Sycamore St, Pikeville, KY, 41501 |
6062185250
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VESTA ROBERTS JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 1080 HWY 610W, VIRGIE, KY, 41572 |
(606) 639-9839
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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 GRUNDY, VA US, located 11.5 miles from ZCTA5 24256. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.9° | 24.4° | 33.7° | 3.31" | 6.2" |
| February | 47.1° | 26.6° | 36.9° | 3.28" | 4.2" |
| March | 55.8° | 31.8° | 43.8° | 4.03" | 2.6" |
| April | 67.1° | 40.1° | 53.6° | 4.30" | 0.2" |
| May | 73.8° | 50.1° | 62.0° | 4.81" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.8° | 58.8° | 69.3° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.6° | 63.3° | 72.9° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.6° | 62.5° | 72.1° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.1° | 56.1° | 66.6° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.4° | 43.6° | 55.5° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.2° | 32.5° | 44.3° | 2.61" | 0.4" |
| December | 46.0° | 27.9° | 36.9° | 3.70" | 2.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haysi town | Town | 0.5 mi | — |
| Breaks CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Clinchco town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Elkhorn City city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Big Rock CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
| Grundy town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24256. • 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.