RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · VA

ZIP 23454

Pop. 58,178·Virginia Beach City·83rd most expensive ZIP in Virginia
Median rent (all units)
$2,154/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.7%
Month-over-Month
+1.3%
vs US Median
+$189
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 23454 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 23454 · $2,154
More expensive than 68% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,720
1 BR
$1,740
2 BR
$1,970
3 BR
$2,730
4 BR+
$3,220
Research median
$1,970/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,848/yr
At $2,154/mo median
Location
StateVA
CountyVirginia Beach City
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 9.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.7% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 23454 (Virginia Beach, VA) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 44.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
58,178
Median income
$102,796
Median age
38.2
Renters
33.1%
Age distribution
22.4%
22.9%
24.2%
14.4%
16.1%
Under 1822.4%
18–3422.9%
35–5424.2%
55–6414.4%
65+16.1%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
69.1%
15%
White69.1%
Black15%
Hispanic6.7%
Asian3.5%
Other5.7%
Education (25+)
20.1%
29.5%
44.3%
No HS diploma6.1%
HS diploma20.1%
Some college29.5%
Bachelor's+44.3%
Housing tenure
66.9%
33.1%
Owner66.9%
Renter33.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 23454 in Virginia Beach, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,444 → $2,154
up 49.2%
Income
$86,120 → $102,796
up 19.4%
Population
57,942 → 58,178
up 0.4%
Renter share
34.8% → 33.1%
-1.7 pts
Bachelor's+
40.4% → 44.3%
+3.9 pts

Rent in ZIP 23454 in Virginia Beach, VA has increased 49.2% since 2021, going from about $1,444 per month to roughly $2,154 today. Household income in the area moved from $86,120 to $102,796 across the same window, up 19.4% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 29.8 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. About 33.1% of households rent today, against 34.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 40.4% to 44.3%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 23454 in Virginia Beach, VA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 23454

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 23454

About renting in ZIP 23454

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 23454 covers Virginia Beach, VA. The median rent here is $2,154/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,740/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,970/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($102,796/yr), ZIP 23454 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 23454?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 23454 (Virginia Beach, VA) is $2,154. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 23454 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 23454's median rent of $2,154/mo is $189 (10%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 23454 compare to other ZIPs in Virginia?

ZIP 23454 falls in the middle range for Virginia, ranking #83 out of 198 ZIPs at $2,154/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 23454?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,154/mo in ZIP 23454. The local median household income is $102,796/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 23454?

Rent in ZIP 23454 has increased 9.7% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 23454 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 23454 is considered affordable for renters. At $2,154/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($102,796/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 23454 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 23454 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.1% of ZIP 23454 households are renters, while 66.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 23454 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 23454 compare to the rest of Virginia Beach?

ZIP 23454 is pricier than Virginia Beach as a whole. At $2,154/mo, it's $89 above the Virginia Beach citywide median of $2,065/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 23454 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 23454 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,154/mo, rent takes ~25% of ZIP 23454's median household income ($102,796/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 23454 25%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 23454 (Virginia Beach, VA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.