ZIP Code 24523, Virginia
ZIP Code 24523 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24523 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bedford County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,349. The land area covers 229.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,349 | ±1,158 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,213 | ±435 | 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 | 9,151 | ±506 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,213 | ±435 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 938 | ±254 |
| Median Home Value | $239,800 | ±$13,402 |
| Median Gross Rent | $810 | ±$70 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,957 | ±$5,091 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,838 | ±$1,975 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,830 | ±459 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,178 | ±668 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±1.9% |
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: 82,182 (2024)
ID: 205568
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
122 E MAIN ST, STE 202, BEDFORD VA 24523-2000
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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 | Altavista, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Bedford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Bedford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Bedford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Big Island, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Buchanan, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Forest, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Forest, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Goodview, 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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Central Virginia Community College
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College | 18.8 mi away | 3506 Wards Rd, Lynchburg, VA, 24502-2498 |
4348327600
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BEDFORD CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 321 NORTH BRIDGE STREET, BEDFORD, VA, 24523 |
(540) 586-8911
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Liberty University
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College | 18.9 mi away | 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA, 24515 |
4345822000
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MONTVALE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 11575 WEST LYNCHBURG-SALEM TURNPIKE, MONTVALE, VA, 24122 |
(540) 425-7006
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University of Lynchburg
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College | 19.4 mi away | 1501 Lakeside Dr, Lynchburg, VA, 24501-3113 |
4345448100
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MONETA LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 13641 MONETA ROAD, MONETA, VA, 24121 |
(540) 425-7004
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Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy
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College Vocational | 19.7 mi away | 3700 Candlers Mountain Road Unit 68, Lynchburg, VA, 24502 |
43438577222652
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FOREST LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 15583 FOREST ROAD, FOREST, VA, 24551 |
(540) 425-7002
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Centra College
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College | 19.9 mi away | 905 Lakeside Dr., Suite A, Lynchburg, VA, 24501 |
4342003070
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BIG ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 1111 SCHOOLDAYS ROAD, BIG ISLAND, VA, 24526 |
(540) 425-7000
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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 BEDFORD, VA US, located 1.1 miles from ZCTA5 24523. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.9° | 27.8° | 37.3° | 3.62" | — |
| February | 49.9° | 28.5° | 39.2° | 3.01" | — |
| March | 58.1° | 36.0° | 47.1° | 3.45" | — |
| April | 69.7° | 45.1° | 57.4° | 3.85" | — |
| May | 74.7° | 53.8° | 64.3° | 4.60" | — |
| June | 82.4° | 61.8° | 72.1° | 4.71" | — |
| July | 86.4° | 66.7° | 76.5° | 4.29" | — |
| August | 85.2° | 64.7° | 74.9° | 3.81" | — |
| September | 78.9° | 58.6° | 68.7° | 4.37" | — |
| October | 68.7° | 46.2° | 57.5° | 3.59" | — |
| November | 58.8° | 37.3° | 48.1° | 3.27" | — |
| December | 49.5° | 31.3° | 40.4° | 3.74" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford town | Town | 0.7 mi | — |
| Moneta CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Montvale CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Forest CDP | CDP | 13.9 mi | — |
| Timberlake CDP | CDP | 15.4 mi | — |
| Buchanan town | Town | 15.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24523. • 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.