ZIP Code 23847 — Emporia, VA

Greensville | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 23847 in Emporia, VA has a population of 12,956 with a median household income of $51,168 and a median home value of $139,300 . The cost of living index is 62.9 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
12,956
Median Age
37.20
Male
6,391
Female
6,565

Race & Ethnicity

White
27.2%
Black
63.1%
Hispanic
3.8%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
0.1%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
8.7%
Other
0.5%

Income

Median Household
$51,168
Mean Household
$69,871
Per Capita
$27,650
Below Poverty
13.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$139,300
Median Rent
$992
Total Units
6,223
Occupied
4,897
Owner Occupied
53.3%
Renter Occupied
46.7%
Median Year Built
1973
Vacant
1,326

Education

High School or Higher 79.3%
Bachelor's or Higher 16.2%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
5,937
Unemployment
4.2%
Drive Alone
81.1%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work from Home
6.2%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

62.9
National average = 100. Below average by 37.1%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 23847?

ZIP code 23847 (Emporia, VA) has a total population of 12,956 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 23847?

The median household income in ZIP code 23847 is $51,168 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 23847 in?

ZIP code 23847 is primarily located in Emporia, Virginia (VA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 23847?

The median home value in ZIP code 23847 is $139,300, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 23847?

The median age in ZIP code 23847 is 37.20 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.