| ZIP Code | 22601 |
|---|---|
| City | Winchester |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Winchester (city) County |
| Area Code | 540/826 |
| Elevation | 716 ft |
| Latitude | 39.174203 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.174289 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51840 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 359 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,284 (30%) |
| Some College | 2,279 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 2,634 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,211 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,856 (33.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,542 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $321,800 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,316/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,159 |
| Vacant Units | 1,316 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,159 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,316 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 22601 is located in Winchester, Virginia, within Winchester (city) County. With a population of 29,385, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 22601 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,542 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22601 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $321,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,316 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.4%) and renters (57.6%). Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 22601 is majority White (62.89%). Residents are well-educated — 40.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.0%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22601 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 22601 in Winchester, VA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 29,385 residents, a median household income of $66,542, and a median home value of $321,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.