ZIP Code 24515 in Lynchburg, VA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Lynchburg, Virginia
Names to Avoid:
Liberty University
County:Lynchburg City County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:1:10:23 AM
Population:6,685 [See All]
Area Code:434
Classification:Unique [Company/Government]
Coordinates:37.3509, -79.1812
Land Area:0.675 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 24515 has 6,685 residents and 11 households (average 2.45 persons per household). The median age is 20.0 years, significantly younger than the state (38.7) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.3% male and 51.7% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (81.8%, much higher than the state average of 60.3% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Other / Two or More Races (9.3%, higher than the state average of 5.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.2%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:6,685Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:6,081Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:9,903.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:11Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.45Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.88Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--00000000005,2965,8116,081
Decennial Census0------------------6,685------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 20

Male Median Age: 20.1

Female Median Age: 19.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male2011,5301,67120120100100000
Female3101,8651,5765202010001000
Total5113,3953,24725322110101000
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:5,46576.56%
Black:3374.72%
Hispanic:*4806.72%
Asian:2052.87%
American Indian:170.24%
Hawaiian:90.13%
Other:6258.76%
Total:7,138100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:3,22948.30%20.1 years
Females:3,45651.70%19.9 years
Total:6,685100%20.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:5,65592.99%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:480.79%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1272.09%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2516.22%
Total Population:6,081100%
Total Native Population:5,70393.78%
Total Foreign-born Population:3786.22%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($90,974), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $20,811 and female is $10,163, which is much lower than the state female median ($58,743), with a current gap of $10,648 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 33.3%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (65.6%). The unemployment rate is 10.6%, which is markedly higher than the state rate (4.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (45.3%).

Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$17,446$20,811
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$10,163
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:1,80829.74%
Unemployed:2153.54%
Not In Labor Force:4,05766.73%
Total:6,080100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:41222.79%
Service:81945.30%
Sales and Office:44324.50%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:301.66%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1045.75%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,808100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($360,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,514), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00%
Renter Occupied:00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:0100%

Occupied Housing Units:00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00%
Total Housing Units:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:00%
Multi-Family Units:00%
Other Units:00%
Total Housing Units:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 46.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.00%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 89.10%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 9.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.30%). Insufficient data for poverty. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (99.98%). College enrollment is 99.98%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):00.00%
Some college, no degree:2953.70%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:2342.59%
Graduate or professional degree:23.70%
Total:54100%
High school or higher:54100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:2546.30%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:5,41585.99%
Public Insurance:5789.18%
No Insurance:3044.83%
Total:6,297100%
Has Health Insurance:5,99395.17%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):10.02%
College or graduate school:6,07999.98%
Total:6,080100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):10.02%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 24515 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 19 business establishments, employing about 444 people with an annual payroll of $9,555,000. USPS data shows 0 residential mailboxes and 3 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:3Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:3Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:19Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$2,388,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$9,555,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:444Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 24515 is located in Lynchburg City County, Virginia, within the Lynchburg, VA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 31340) and Virginia's 5th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 262,716 people, about 2.54% of whom live in ZIP Code 24515. It covers 0.675 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Lynchburg, VASource: Census
CBSA Number:31340Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:262,716Source: Census
MSA:Lynchburg, VA MSASource: Census
Land Area:0.675 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:05Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:10029.79 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:5147672Source: Census
Place Name:Lynchburg city; VirginiaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


24517 | | 24514

Schools in ZIP Code 24515


We could not locate which school district 24515 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Lynchburg Regional Governor's Stem Academy Central Va Community College
Lynchburg, VA 24502
District: Lynchburg City Public SchoolsNearby
Sheffield Elem 115 Kenwood Place
Lynchburg, VA 24502
District: Lynchburg City Public SchoolsNearby
Heritage High 3101 Wards Ferry Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
District: Lynchburg City Public SchoolsNearby
Central Virginia Gov. Sch. 3020 Wards Ferry Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
District: UnknownNearby
Heritage Elem 501 Leesville Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
District: Lynchburg City Public SchoolsNearby
Bridges Treatment Center 693 Leesville Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
District: Private SchoolNearby
Desmond T. Doss Christian Academy 19 George St
Lynchburg, VA 24502
District: Private SchoolNearby
The Branches Academy & Early Learning Center 2812 Greenview Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24502
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 24515


Liberty University 1971 University Blvd
Lynchburg, VA 24515
Type: Post Secondary
Central Virginia Community College 3506 Wards Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502-2498
Type: Post Secondary
Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy 3405 Candlers Mountain Rd. #g360
Lynchburg, VA 24502-2652
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Lynchburg 1501 Lakeside Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24501-3113
Type: Post Secondary
Virginia University Of Lynchburg 2058 Garfield Ave
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Type: Post Secondary
Centra College 905 Lakeside Dr., Suite A
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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