23805 ZIP Code
Petersburg, Virginia
December 12, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 23805 |
| City/Town: | Petersburg |
| County: | Petersburg (city) |
| State: | Virginia |
| Population: | 21,427 |
| Median Household Income: | $63,501 |
| Per Capita Income: | $35,837 |
| Total Housing Units: | 9,479 |
| Median Home Value: | $197,000 |
| Land Area: | 71.5 sq miles
185.2 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.4 sq miles
1.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 37.1322, -77.3942 |
Population Information (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 21,427 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 9,562 | 44.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 11,865 | 55.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 39.5 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,415 | 6.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,186 | 5.5% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 876 | 4.1% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,350 | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,464 | 6.8% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,247 | 15.2% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,270 | 10.6% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,687 | 12.5% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,150 | 5.4% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,693 | 7.9% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,523 | 11.8% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,117 | 5.2% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 449 | 2.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $197,000 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.8 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,166 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 9,479 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 8,655 | 91.3% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 824 | 8.7% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,988 | 57.6% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,667 | 42.4% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 15,136 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 558 | 3.7% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 912 | 6.0% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 5,282 | 34.9% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,700 | 24.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,416 | 9.4% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,966 | 13.0% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,302 | 8.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 90.3% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 21.6% | 34.3% |
Income Information (23805 zip code)
| Value | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $63,501 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $79,292 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $86,775 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $35,837 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 11,778 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 10,808 | 93.1% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 806 | 6.9% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 6,008 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 8,185 | 75.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,223 | 20.6% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 368 | 3.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 32 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 7,127 | 33.3% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 12,599 | 58.8% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 7 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 447 | 2.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 261 | 1.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 986 | 4.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 446 | 2.1% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,038 | 4.8% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 284 | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 417 | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 29 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 308 | 1.4% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (23805 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 472 | 5.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 254 | 2.9% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 714 | 8.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 854 | 9.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,099 | 12.7% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,524 | 17.6% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,246 | 14.4% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,398 | 16.2% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 704 | 8.1% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 390 | 4.5% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (23805 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 8,565 | 79.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 992 | 9.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 95 | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 214 | 2.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 60 | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 840 | 7.8% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 25.7 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (23805 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 65 | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 681 | 6.3% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 874 | 8.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 183 | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,579 | 14.6% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,434 | 13.3% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 93 | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 598 | 5.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 860 | 8.0% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,435 | 22.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 866 | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 364 | 3.4% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 776 | 7.2% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 9.3% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 19,110 | 89.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 14,995 | 70.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 8,006 | 37.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,813 | 8.5% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (23805 zip code)
| Households with: | Number | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 6,567 | 75.9% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,849 | 32.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,833 | 32.7% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 523 | 6.0% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 237 | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,006 | 11.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (23805 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 6,644 | 70.1% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 81 | 0.9% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 26 | 0.3% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 1,021 | 10.8% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 244 | 2.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 816 | 8.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 556 | 5.9% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 91 | 1.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (23805 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 26 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 472 | 5.0% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,215 | 12.8% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,276 | 13.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,134 | 12.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,690 | 17.8% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,216 | 12.8% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,139 | 12.0% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 705 | 7.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 606 | 6.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (23805 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 31 | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 619 | 6.5% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 2,736 | 28.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,317 | 45.5% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,418 | 15.0% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 358 | 3.8% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (23805 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,699 | 19.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 261 | 3.0% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 6,234 | 72.0% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 241 | 2.8% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 64 | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 36 | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 6 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 114 | 1.3% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (23805 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 659 | 7.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,818 | 32.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,903 | 33.5% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,275 | 26.3% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (23805 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 285 | 5.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 258 | 5.2% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 926 | 18.6% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,100 | 22.1% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,492 | 29.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 676 | 13.6% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 181 | 3.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 70 | 1.4% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (23805 zip code)
| Value | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,533 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $516 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,166 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.55 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.18 | 2.38 |
Households (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 8,655 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,591 | 29.9% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 700 | 8.1% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,007 | 23.2% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,731 | 43.1% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,175 | 25.1% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,959 | 34.2% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.39 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.27 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (23805 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 7,919 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 3,535 | 44.6% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,975 | 37.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 155 | 2.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,101 | 13.9% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 4,076 | 51.5% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (23805 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 4,792 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 198 | 4.1% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 176 | 3.7% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,701 | 35.5% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 892 | 18.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,825 | 38.1% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 17,232 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 2,026 | 11.8% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 20,923 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,509 | 16.8% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 68 | 1.9% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,900 | 54.1% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,541 | 43.9% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (23805 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 18,334 | 85.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,869 | 13.4% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 738 | 25.7% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,965 | 68.5% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 411 | 14.3% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 166 | 5.8% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (23805 zip code)
| Number | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 20,710 | 96.7% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 298 | 1.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 717 | 240.6% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 717 | 240.6% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 717 | 240.6% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 86 | 28.9% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 97 | 32.6% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 269 | 90.3% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 6 | 2.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (23805 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number | Percent | US Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 20,012 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 18,999 | 94.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,013 | 5.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 564 | 2.8% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 122 | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 185 | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 142 | 0.7% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (23805 zip code)
| Households | Percent | US Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 8,655 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 8,081 | 93.4% | 89.4% |
Petersburg, VA23805