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Amherst County, VA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Amherst County, Virginia demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 4 ZIP codes — population 30,274 — avg. income $66,378 — avg. home value $213,400. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
30,274
Median household income (avg.)
$66,378
88% of U.S. median
Average home value
$213,400
61% of U.S. median
Average rent
$656
56% of U.S. median
Amherst County demographics
Amherst County, Virginia covers 4 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 30,274.
Median household income in Amherst County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Amherst County, Virginia is about $66,378 — about 21% below the VA ZIP average ($83,623), and about 12% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 24521 (Amherst) is near the top at about $69,077, while 24572 (Madison Heights) is near the bottom at about $64,158.
Housing in Amherst County
For housing in Amherst County, Virginia, the average median home value is about $213,400 and the average median rent is about $656.
The most populous ZIP is 24572 (Madison Heights) with about 15,515 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Amherst County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24572 | Madison Heights | Amherst County | VA | 15,515 | $64,158 | $187,300 |
| 24521 | Amherst | Amherst County | VA | 10,101 | $69,077 | $233,600 |
| 24574 | — | Amherst County | VA | 4,071 | $65,898 | $219,300 |
| 24595 | — | Amherst County | VA | 587 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Amherst County?
Amherst County, Virginia has a combined ZIP-area population of about 30,274 across 4 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Amherst County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Amherst County, Virginia is about $66,378, about 21% below the state ZIP average ($83,623), and about 12% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $213,400. Among ZIPs with data, 24521 (Amherst) is near the top ($69,077) and 24572 (Madison Heights) is near the bottom ($64,158).
How many ZIP codes are in Amherst County?
Amherst County, Virginia includes 4 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Amherst County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Amherst County, Virginia with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.