ZIP Code 24938, West Virginia
ZIP Code 24938 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24938 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,233. The land area covers 29.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,233 | ±410 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53 yrs | ±11.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 513 | ±138 | 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 | 707 | ±188 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 513 | ±138 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 194 | ±124 |
| Median Home Value | $174,700 | ±$35,316 |
| 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 | $77,946 | ±$17,634 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,242 | ±$9,322 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±6.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 92 | ±89 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.5% | ±10.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 455 | ±159 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±11.4% |
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: 31,851 (2024)
ID: 176933
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY COMMISSION ASSISTANT
912 COURT ST N, LEWISBURG WV 24901
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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 | Alderson, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ronceverte, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Frankford, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lewisburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hillsboro, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lewisburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ronceverte, WV | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Lewisburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | White Sulphur Springs, WV | |
| 7 Nearby | 2-11 | LEWISBURG, 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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West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 9.6 mi away | 400 Lee Street North, Lewisburg, WV, 24901 |
3046456270
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GREENBRIER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 152 ROBERT W. MCCORMICK DRIVE, LEWISBURG, WV, 24901 |
(304) 647-7568
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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 344 MAIN STREET WEST, WHITE SULPHUR SPRING, WV, 24986 |
(304) 536-1171
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RONCEVERTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 500 MAIN STREET W., RONCEVERTE, WV, 24970 |
(304) 647-7400
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HILLSBORO
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 54 THIRD STREET, HILLSBORO, WV, 24946 |
(304) 653-4936
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RUPERT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 124 GREENBRIER STREET, RUPERT, WV, 25984 |
(304) 392-6158
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ALDERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 115 WALNUT AVE., ALDERSON, WV, 24910 |
(304) 445-7221
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RAINELLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 378 7TH STREET, RAINELLE, WV, 25962 |
(304) 438-3008
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RICHWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 8 WHITE AVE., RICHWOOD, WV, 26261 |
(304) 846-6222
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ALLEGHANY HIGHLANDS REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 406 W. RIVERSIDE STREET, COVINGTON, VA, 24426 |
(540) 962-3321
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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 LEWISBURG 3 N, WV US, located 5.6 miles from ZCTA5 24938. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.7° | 19.9° | 29.3° | 3.15" | 8.4" |
| February | 42.9° | 21.7° | 32.3° | 2.87" | 8.7" |
| March | 51.7° | 28.0° | 39.9° | 3.71" | 5.4" |
| April | 63.8° | 37.5° | 50.7° | 3.85" | 0.6" |
| May | 72.0° | 47.5° | 59.8° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 55.7° | 67.3° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.4° | 59.6° | 71.0° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.1° | 58.1° | 69.6° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.5° | 51.1° | 63.3° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.7° | 39.2° | 51.9° | 2.59" | 0.3" |
| November | 52.7° | 28.8° | 40.7° | 2.51" | 0.7" |
| December | 42.3° | 23.6° | 32.9° | 3.48" | 5.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falling Spring town | Town | 4.3 mi | — |
| Lewisburg city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| White Sulphur Springs city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Fairlea CDP | CDP | 12.3 mi | — |
| Ronceverte city | City | 13.6 mi | — |
| Hillsboro town | Town | 16.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24938. • 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.