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ZIP 23219

Part of Richmond, VA
Pop. 4,062·Richmond City·167th most expensive ZIP in Virginia
Median rent (all units)
$1,586/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.5%
Month-over-Month
-0.1%
vs US Median
-$379
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ZIP 23219 · $1,586
More affordable than 68% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,490
1 BR
$1,560
2 BR
$1,710
3 BR
$2,140
4 BR+
$2,640
Research median
$1,710/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,032/yr
At $1,586/mo median
Location
StateVA
CountyRichmond City
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (3.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 23219 (Richmond, VA) is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 59.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,062
Median income
$57,507
Median age
32.4
Renters
91.5%
Age distribution
48.1%
23.1%
13.4%
Under 187.1%
18–3448.1%
35–5423.1%
55–6413.4%
65+8.3%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
57%
26.7%
White57%
Black26.7%
Hispanic5.7%
Asian6.3%
Other4.4%
Education (25+)
12.2%
24.3%
59.3%
No HS diploma4.2%
HS diploma12.2%
Some college24.3%
Bachelor's+59.3%
Housing tenure
91.5%
Owner8.5%
Renter91.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 23219 in Richmond, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,298 → $1,586
up 22.2%
Income
$54,828 → $57,507
up 4.9%
Population
4,202 → 4,062
down 3.3%
Renter share
92.6% → 91.5%
-1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
61.8% → 59.3%
-2.5 pts
Median age
31.1 → 32.4
+1.3 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 23219 in Richmond, VA has climbed from $1,298 to $1,586, a 22.2% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 23219 in Richmond, VA now reports about $57,507, up from $54,828 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 3.3% since 2021, moving from about 4,202 residents to roughly 4,062. College-educated residents now make up 59.3% of adults here, versus 61.8% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 23219 in Richmond, VA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 23219 covers Richmond, VA. The median rent here is $1,586/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,560/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,710/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($57,507/yr), ZIP 23219 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 23219?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 23219 (Richmond, VA) is $1,586. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 23219 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 23219's median rent of $1,586/mo is $379 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 23219 compare to other ZIPs in Virginia?

ZIP 23219 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Virginia, ranking #167 out of 198 ZIPs at $1,586/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 23219?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,586/mo in ZIP 23219. The local median household income is $57,507/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 23219?

Rent in ZIP 23219 has increased 3.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 23219 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 23219 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,586/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($57,507/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 23219 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 23219 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 91.5% of ZIP 23219 households are renters, while 8.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 23219 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 23219 compare to the rest of Richmond?

ZIP 23219 is more affordable than Richmond overall. At $1,586/mo, it's $96 below the Richmond citywide median of $1,682/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 23219 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 23219 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $1,586/mo, rent takes ~33% of ZIP 23219's median household income ($57,507/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 23219 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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