ZIP Code 24604, Virginia
ZIP Code 24604 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24604 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in McDowell County / Tazewell County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 230. The land area covers 3.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | ±184 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.3 yrs | ±7.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 87 | ±75 | 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 | 158 | ±91 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 87 | ±75 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 71 | ±76 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | $26,733 | ±$13,956 |
| Per Capita Income | $10,785 | ±$1,984 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±5.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±44.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 29 | ±33 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.9% | ±42.5% |
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: 56,125 (2024)
ID: 136006
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
302 N MAIN ST, CULPEPER VA 22701-2622
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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 | Bluefield, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bradshaw, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cedar Bluff, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Bluefield, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bluefield, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Bluefield, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kimball, WV | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Welch, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Welch, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Richlands, 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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Bluefield University
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College | 16.3 mi away | 3000 College Avenue, Bluefield, VA, 24605 |
2763263682
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TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY -- MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 129 MAIN STREET, TAZEWELL, VA, 24651 |
(276) 988-2541
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Bluefield State University
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College | 17.0 mi away | 219 Rock Street, Bluefield, WV, 24701-2198 |
3043274000
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WAR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 672 WARRIOR MINE ROAD, WAR, WV, 24892 |
(304) 875-4622
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Southwest Virginia Community College
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College | 20.1 mi away | 369 College Road US Rt. 19, 6 Miles S. Claypool Hill, Cedar Bluff, VA, 24609 |
2769642555
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TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY – POCAHONTAS BRANCH
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 179 CENTRE STREET, POCAHONTAS, VA, 24635 |
(276) 288-6138
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TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY -- BLUEFIELD BRANCH
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 108 HUFFARD DRIVE, BLUEFIELD, VA, 24605 |
(276) 326-1577
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MCDOWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 90 HOWARD ST., WELCH, WV, 24801 |
(304) 436-3070
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TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY -- RICHLANDS BRANCH
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 102 SUFFOLK AVENUE, RICHLANDS, VA, 24641 |
(276) 964-5282
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BRADSHAW
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 10,002 MARSHALL HIGHWAY, BRADSHAW, WV, 24817 |
(304) 967-5140
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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 BURKES GARDEN, VA US, located 14.0 miles from ZCTA5 24604. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.3° | 20.9° | 30.1° | 3.98" | 13.2" |
| February | 42.4° | 22.9° | 32.6° | 3.67" | 11.4" |
| March | 50.4° | 29.0° | 39.7° | 4.42" | 9.1" |
| April | 61.2° | 37.1° | 49.1° | 4.05" | 1.3" |
| May | 68.9° | 45.6° | 57.2° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.6° | 53.7° | 64.7° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.8° | 57.3° | 68.0° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.5° | 55.6° | 66.6° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.8° | 48.9° | 60.9° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.6° | 37.8° | 50.2° | 3.16" | 0.6" |
| November | 51.7° | 28.5° | 40.1° | 2.96" | 2.2" |
| December | 42.9° | 23.9° | 33.4° | 4.05" | 9.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbs Valley CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Amonate CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Tazewell town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Cucumber CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Berwind CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Gratton CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24604. • 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.