ZIP Code 24479, Virginia
ZIP Code 24479 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24479 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Augusta County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,791. The land area covers 61.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,791 | ±501 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs | ±5.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 754 | ±170 | 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 | 754 | ±170 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 754 | ±170 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $390,400 | ±$107,955 |
| 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 | $80,583 | ±$27,931 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,780 | ±$7,963 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 43 | ±46 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 901 | ±332 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.4% | ±12.6% |
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: 78,622 (2024)
ID: 194524
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
PO BOX 590, VERONA VA 24482-0590
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Staunton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Staunton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Swoope, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Swoope, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Churchville, VA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Staunton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Craigsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fort Defiance, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fort Defiance, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stuarts Draft, 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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Staunton School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 9.4 mi away | 128 E Beverly Street, Staunton, VA, 24401-4323 |
5408850808
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CHURCHVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 3714 CHURCHVILLE AVE., CHURCHVILLE, VA, 24421 |
(540) 245-5287
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Mary Baldwin University
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College | 9.5 mi away | 318 Prospect Street, Staunton, VA, 24401 |
5408877019
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MIDDLEBROOK LIBRARY STATION
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 3698 MIDDLEBROOK RD., MIDDLEBROOK, VA, 24459 |
(540) 885-1008
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Blue Ridge Community College
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College | 18.4 mi away | One College Lane, Weyers Cave, VA, 24486-0080 |
5402349261
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DEERFIELD LIBRARY STATION
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 59 MARBLE VALLEY RD., DEERFIELD, VA, 24432 |
(540) 939-4123
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Bridgewater College
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College | 21.0 mi away | 402 E College St, Bridgewater, VA, 22812-1599 |
5408288000
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STAUNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 1 CHURCHVILLE AVENUE, STAUNTON, VA, 24401 |
(540) 332-3902
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CRAIGSVILLE LIBRARY STATION
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 18 HIDY ST., CRAIGSVILLE, VA, 24430 |
(540) 997-0280
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STUARTS DRAFT LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 2857 STUARTS DRAFT HWY SUITE 107, STUARTS DRAFT, VA, 24477 |
(540) 569-2683
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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 STAUNTON WTP, VA US, located 8.6 miles from ZCTA5 24479. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.4° | 24.7° | 33.6° | 2.88" | 5.4" |
| February | 45.8° | 26.6° | 36.2° | 2.38" | 6.8" |
| March | 53.8° | 32.8° | 43.3° | 3.43" | 4.1" |
| April | 64.7° | 42.5° | 53.6° | 3.26" | 0.1" |
| May | 72.7° | 51.6° | 62.1° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.3° | 59.9° | 70.1° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.1° | 63.8° | 73.9° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.7° | 62.2° | 72.4° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.7° | 55.7° | 66.2° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.4° | 44.2° | 55.3° | 2.61" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.2° | 35.5° | 45.3° | 2.62" | 0.4" |
| December | 45.8° | 28.4° | 37.1° | 2.96" | 4.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchville CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Augusta Springs CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Middlebrook CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Deerfield CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Craigsville town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
| Staunton city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24479. • 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.