ZIP Code 24426, Virginia
ZIP Code 24426 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24426 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alleghany County / Covington city / Craig County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 13,872. The land area covers 363.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,872 | ±411 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,063 | ±243 | 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 | 7,246 | ±225 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,063 | ±243 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,183 | ±190 |
| Median Home Value | $115,500 | ±$8,024 |
| Median Gross Rent | $793 | ±$152 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,138 | ±$4,443 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,853 | ±$3,075 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,094 | ±431 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,554 | ±353 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.3% | ±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: 14,632 (2024)
ID: 136002
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
9212 WINTERBERRY AVE, STE F, COVINGTON VA 24426-6251
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Covington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Covington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Covington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eagle Rock, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | N | Clifton Forge, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Covington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Covington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Covington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Hot Springs, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | White Sulphur Springs, WV |
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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Mountain Gateway Community College
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College | 11.0 mi away | 1000 College Drive, Clifton Forge, VA, 24422-1000 |
5408632800
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ALLEGHANY HIGHLANDS REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 406 W. RIVERSIDE STREET, COVINGTON, VA, 24426 |
(540) 962-3321
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West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 21.8 mi away | 400 Lee Street North, Lewisburg, WV, 24901 |
3046456270
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CLIFTON FORGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 535 CHURCH STREET, CLIFTON FORGE, VA, 24422 |
(540) 863-2519
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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 344 MAIN STREET WEST, WHITE SULPHUR SPRING, WV, 24986 |
(304) 536-1171
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EAGLE ROCK LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 55 EAGLES NEST DRIVE, EAGLE ROCK, VA, 24085 |
(540) 928-2800
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CRAIG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 303 MAIN STREET, NEW CASTLE, VA, 24127 |
(540) 864-8978
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FINCASTLE LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 11 ACADEMY STREET, FINCASTLE, VA, 24090 |
(540) 928-2700
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GREENBRIER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 152 ROBERT W. MCCORMICK DRIVE, LEWISBURG, WV, 24901 |
(304) 647-7568
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RONCEVERTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 500 MAIN STREET W., RONCEVERTE, WV, 24970 |
(304) 647-7400
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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 COVINGTON FLTR PLT, VA US, located 4.7 miles from ZCTA5 24426. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.5° | 22.5° | 32.0° | 2.60" | 2.5" |
| February | 45.5° | 24.1° | 34.8° | 2.43" | 3.3" |
| March | 54.2° | 30.1° | 42.1° | 3.36" | 1.6" |
| April | 66.0° | 38.7° | 52.3° | 3.63" | 0.2" |
| May | 73.9° | 48.2° | 61.0° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.5° | 56.7° | 68.6° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.0° | 60.9° | 72.5° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.6° | 59.9° | 71.2° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.8° | 53.3° | 65.0° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.1° | 41.6° | 54.4° | 2.51" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.3° | 30.8° | 43.1° | 2.75" | 0.0" |
| December | 45.3° | 26.2° | 35.7° | 2.94" | 2.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covington city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Mallow CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Callaghan CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Low Moor CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Selma CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Glen Wilton CDP | CDP | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24426. • 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.