ZIP Code 24551 — Forest, VA

Bedford | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 24551 in Forest, VA has a population of 28,554 with a median household income of $91,067 and a median home value of $362,500 . The cost of living index is 119.9 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
28,554
Median Age
41.70
Male
13,666
Female
14,888

Race & Ethnicity

White
79.8%
Black
9.4%
Hispanic
3.1%
Asian
1.8%
Native American
0.1%
Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or More
6.6%
Other
2.4%

Income

Median Household
$91,067
Mean Household
$116,134
Per Capita
$44,996
Below Poverty
8.0%

Housing

Median Home Value
$362,500
Median Rent
$1,265
Total Units
11,325
Occupied
10,969
Owner Occupied
82.5%
Renter Occupied
17.5%
Median Year Built
1996
Vacant
356

Education

High School or Higher 95.6%
Bachelor's or Higher 45.9%
Graduate Degree 19.5%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
14,346
Unemployment
2.6%
Drive Alone
80.3%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
14.0%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

119.9
National average = 100. Above average by 19.8%.

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24501
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Lynchburg
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Coleman falls
8.6 mi
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Evington
9.3 mi
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Big island
10.7 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 24551?

ZIP code 24551 (Forest, VA) has a total population of 28,554 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 24551?

The median household income in ZIP code 24551 is $91,067 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 24551 in?

ZIP code 24551 is primarily located in Forest, Virginia (VA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 24551?

The median home value in ZIP code 24551 is $362,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 24551?

The median age in ZIP code 24551 is 41.70 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.