PlainZIP

Beaverdam, VA · standard

ZIP Code 23015

Caroline County, Virginia — Census ACS demographics, housing tenure, and business patterns, benchmarked against every US ZIP.

4,249
20/sq mi
$113,771
Median income
$442,900
Median home value
42.5%
Bachelor's or higher

The verdict

Beaverdam pairs an upper-quartile household income with upper-quartile home values, in a rural, homeowner-dominated area.

Top 12%
household income, US ZIPs
Top 17%
home value, US ZIPs
20
people per sq mi
88%
owner-occupied homes

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023). Percentiles rank ZIP 23015 against every reporting US ZIP.

ZIP code 23015 is classified by USPS as a standard delivery area and covers roughly 210.3 square miles in Beaverdam, Caroline County, Virginia. The area is home to 4,249 residents, producing a population density of 20 people per square mile, and falls within the New York time zone. These USPS and Census boundary values drive every downstream statistic on this page, including the benchmarks that compare 23015 against Virginia and the nation.

On the economic side, the median household income for ZIP 23015 sits at $113,771 (33% above the Virginia average), while per-capita income is $52,210. The poverty rate stands at 1.7% and the unemployment rate at 4.0%. On housing, the median home value is $442,900 (32% above the state average) with median rent at — per month, and 87.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, a direct signal of whether 23015 behaves more like a homeowner neighborhood or a renter-heavy ZIP.

Education and household profile round out the picture: 42.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 46.7, and the average commute is —. We also surface 1 nearby ZIP codes within roughly 10 miles and 6 additional ZIPs sharing Caroline County, so you can benchmark 23015 against its immediate geography rather than a national average alone. Every figure is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, HUD Fair Market Rents, and FHFA Home Price Index data, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with HUD →

Top industries in ZIP 23015

Top 5 sectors by establishment count

Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 23015.

establishments

What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.

Source U.S. Census Bureau · ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) As of 2023

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + HUD FMR + FHFA HPI ACS demographics, ZBP business establishments, HUD Fair Market Rents, FHFA HPI for ZIP 23015, Beaverdam, VA · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; HUD FMR + FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.

Quick Facts

4,249

Population

210.3

Area (sq mi)

20

People / sq mi

New York

Time Zone

standard

ZIP Type

Neighborhood Scorecard
Get an A-F grade across income, safety, housing, rent, education, commute, and childcare for this ZIP code.
View Scorecard →

Who lives in ZIP 23015?

46.7

Median Age

51.3%

Male

48.7%

Female

0.5%

Foreign-Born

White 82.7%
African American 6.0%
Asian 0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native 0.0%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0.0%
Two or More Ethnicities 10.7%
Hispanic or Latino 4.1%

Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

How much do residents earn?

$113,771

Median Household Income

+33% vs state

$52,210

Per Capita Income

1.7%

Poverty Rate

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

How ZIP 23015 ranks nationally

Household income vs. every US ZIP code

Median household income — the full national distribution, with this ZIP marked

$113,771 Top 12% higher than 88% of 30,318 US ZIPs

$0–$20,000: 118 US ZIPs (0%). Below this entry. $20,000–$40,000: 1,573 US ZIPs (5%). Below this entry. $40,000–$60,000: 7,092 US ZIPs (23%). Below this entry. $60,000–$80,000: 9,980 US ZIPs (33%). Below this entry. $80,000–$100,000: 5,778 US ZIPs (19%). Below this entry. $100,000–$120,000: 2,855 US ZIPs (9%). This entry sits in this band. $120,000–$140,000: 1,362 US ZIPs (4%). Above this entry. $140,000–$160,000: 686 US ZIPs (2%). Above this entry. $160,000–$180,000: 364 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. $180,000–$200,000: 186 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. $200,000–$220,000: 324 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. This ZIP $0 $200K+ every reporting US ZIP, bucketed by value

Each bar is a $20K-wide band; taller bars hold more US ZIPs. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2019–2023

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

What is the education profile here?

High School Graduate or Higher 65.7%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 42.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

What does housing look like?

1,981

Total Housing Units

1,784

Occupied Units

197

Vacant Units

2.57

Avg Household Size

Occupancy Type

Owner 87.7%
Renter 12.3%

$442,900

Median Home Value

+32% vs state

1991

Median Year Built

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

How have home values changed over time?

FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals

+11.3%

YoY Change (2024)

231

HPI Index (2000 = 100)

+131%

Total Change Since 2000

Home values in ZIP 23015 have increased 11.3% over the past year (2024). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +131% cumulative appreciation.

Year Annual Change HPI Index
2020 +2.5% 158
2021 +3.7% 163
2022 +12.3% 184
2023 +13.1% 208
2024 +11.3% 231

Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2024. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.

What businesses operate in this ZIP?

Census Bureau data shows 51 business establishments in ZIP 23015, employing approximately 178 people with a combined annual payroll of $6,265,000.

51

Businesses

178

Employees

$6.3M

Annual Payroll

7

Industry Sectors

Industry Establishments % of Total
Construction 15 29.4%
Other services (except public administration) 11 21.6%
Retail trade 7 13.7%
Health care and social assistance 4 7.8%
Real estate and rental and leasing 3 5.9%
Professional, scientific, and technical services 3 5.9%
Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services 3 5.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.

Nearby ZIP Codes

Want a side-by-side? Compare 23015 vs 23192 →

ZIP Code City Population Distance
23192 Montpelier, VA 7,067 8.1 mi

More ZIP Codes in Caroline County

22546 standard
Ruther Glen, VA
Pop: 15,850
22580 standard
Woodford, VA
Pop: 5,160
22427 standard
Bowling Green, VA
Pop: 3,286
22514 standard
Milford, VA
Pop: 2,603
22535 standard
Port Royal, VA
Pop: 580
22538 standard
Rappahannock Academy, VA
Pop: 307

Related Areas

Caroline County Beaverdam, VA Virginia

Frequently Asked Questions

What county is ZIP code 23015 in? ▼
ZIP code 23015 (Beaverdam) is located in Caroline County, Virginia. Caroline County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/caroline-va.
What is the population of ZIP code 23015? ▼
ZIP code 23015 in Beaverdam, VA has a population of 4,249 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 23015? ▼
The median household income in ZIP 23015 is $113,771, which is 49% above the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 23015? ▼
The median home value in ZIP 23015 is $442,900, which is 59% above the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 23015? ▼
The largest racial group in ZIP 23015 is White at 82.7%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 4.1% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 23015? ▼
ZIP code 23015 has 51 business establishments employing approximately 178 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 23015? ▼
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 23015 are: Construction (15), Other services (except public administration) (11), Retail trade (7). There are 7 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 23015? ▼
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 23015 increased by 11.3% in 2024. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 131%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 23015? ▼
In ZIP code 23015, 65.7% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 42.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 23015? ▼
In ZIP code 23015, approximately 87.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 12.3% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 23015? ▼
The poverty rate in ZIP code 23015 is 1.7% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.

ZIP Code Research Guides

Reading Census Demographics
How to interpret population, income, and education data from the Census Bureau.
Understanding ZIP Code Data
What ZIP codes are, how ZCTAs differ, and what the data reveals.
Best ZIP Codes for Families
Key factors to evaluate when choosing a family-friendly neighborhood.
ZIP Codes for Relocation
Data-driven tips for evaluating ZIP codes before a move.

Official Data Resources for Beaverdam, VA

Verify and explore additional data for this area using these official government sources.

U.S. Census Bureau
Official demographic, economic, and housing data from the American Community Survey.
HUD Fair Market Rents
Department of Housing and Urban Development rental cost estimates by metropolitan area.
FBI Uniform Crime Reports
Official crime statistics compiled from law enforcement agencies nationwide.
FHFA House Price Index
Federal Housing Finance Agency home value trends based on repeat sales and appraisals.

Read our methodology to see how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.