ZIP Code 24521, Virginia
ZIP Code 24521 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24521 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Amherst County / Nelson County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,599. The land area covers 217.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,599 | ±904 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,136 | ±310 | 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 | 4,627 | ±322 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,136 | ±310 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 491 | ±217 |
| Median Home Value | $240,900 | ±$27,121 |
| Median Gross Rent | $846 | ±$228 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,571 | ±$8,480 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,299 | ±$6,018 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,128 | ±342 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,824 | ±555 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.1% | ±5% |
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: 31,650 (2024)
ID: 194523
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING
PO BOX 390, AMHERST VA 24521-0390
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Madison Heights, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Amherst, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Amherst, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Amherst, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Amherst, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Madison Heights, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Buena Vista, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Buena Vista, 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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Sweet Briar College
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College | 5.4 mi away | 134 Chapel Drive, Sweet Briar, VA, 24595-9998 |
4343816100
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AMHERST COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 382 SOUTH MAIN STREET, AMHERST, VA, 24521 |
(434) 946-9488
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Randolph College
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College | 14.1 mi away | 2500 Rivermont Ave, Lynchburg, VA, 24503-1555 |
4349478000
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MADISON HEIGHTS LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 200 RIVER JAMES SHOPPING CENTER, MADISON HEIGHTS, VA, 24572 |
(434) 946-9488
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Southern Virginia University
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College | 15.5 mi away | 1 University Hill Drive, Buena Vista, VA, 24416 |
5402618400
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NELSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 8521 THOMAS NELSON HIGHWAY, LOVINGSTON, VA, 22949 |
(434) 263-5904
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Centra College
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College | 16.3 mi away | 905 Lakeside Dr., Suite A, Lynchburg, VA, 24501 |
4342003070
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LYNCHBURG PUBLIC DOWNTOWN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 900 CHURCH STREET, LYNCHBURG, VA, 24504 |
(434) 455-3820
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Virginia University of Lynchburg
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College | 16.7 mi away | 2058 Garfield Ave, Lynchburg, VA, 24501 |
4345285276
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BUENA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 2110 MAGNOLIA AVE, BUENA VISTA, VA, 24416 |
(540) 261-2715
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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 TYE RVR 1 SE, VA US, located 9.2 miles from ZCTA5 24521. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.0° | 25.5° | 36.7° | 3.45" | — |
| February | 52.0° | 27.6° | 39.8° | 2.68" | — |
| March | 59.8° | 33.6° | 46.7° | 3.69" | — |
| April | 70.2° | 42.8° | 56.5° | 3.59" | — |
| May | 76.5° | 52.3° | 64.4° | 4.60" | — |
| June | 83.6° | 60.9° | 72.2° | 4.52" | — |
| July | 87.3° | 65.6° | 76.4° | 3.68" | — |
| August | 85.7° | 64.1° | 74.9° | 4.42" | — |
| September | 79.9° | 57.0° | 68.5° | 4.39" | — |
| October | 71.1° | 44.6° | 57.8° | 3.75" | — |
| November | 61.0° | 34.6° | 47.8° | 3.56" | — |
| December | 51.0° | 28.7° | 39.9° | 4.01" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Arrington CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Madison Heights CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
| Buena Vista city | City | 15.6 mi | — |
| Shipman CDP | CDP | 15.7 mi | — |
| Big Island CDP | CDP | 16.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24521. • 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.