ZIP Code 24521 — Amherst, VA

Amherst | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 24521 in Amherst, VA has a population of 10,599 with a median household income of $73,571 and a median home value of $240,900 . The cost of living index is 79.8 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
10,599
Median Age
43.00
Male
4,982
Female
5,617

Race & Ethnicity

White
78.2%
Black
13.8%
Hispanic
2.6%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.2%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
5.9%
Other
2.0%

Income

Median Household
$73,571
Mean Household
$101,283
Per Capita
$40,299
Below Poverty
10.8%

Housing

Median Home Value
$240,900
Median Rent
$846
Total Units
4,627
Occupied
4,136
Owner Occupied
81.6%
Renter Occupied
18.4%
Median Year Built
1982
Vacant
491

Education

High School or Higher 86.9%
Bachelor's or Higher 29.1%
Graduate Degree 10.8%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
5,074
Unemployment
4.9%
Drive Alone
75.8%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
12.7%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

79.8
National average = 100. Below average by 20.2%.

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Lynchburg
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Big island
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 24521?

ZIP code 24521 (Amherst, VA) has a total population of 10,599 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 24521?

The median household income in ZIP code 24521 is $73,571 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 24521 in?

ZIP code 24521 is primarily located in Amherst, Virginia (VA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 24521?

The median home value in ZIP code 24521 is $240,900, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 24521?

The median age in ZIP code 24521 is 43.00 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.