Amherst, VA ZIP code
The ZIP code for Amherst, Virginia is 24521. It is in Amherst County.
- Population in these ZIPs
- 10,599
- Avg. median income
- $73,600population-weighted
- Typical home value
- $295,800population-weighted
- Metro area
- Lynchburg, VA
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Amherst, VA ZIP code list
| ZIP code | Population | Median income | Typical home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24521 | 10,599 | $73,571 | $295,800 |
Population and median household income: ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Typical home value: Zillow Home Value Index (September 2026) where available, otherwise the ACS median owner-reported value. "PO Box" marks ZIP codes with no delivery area of their own. Methodology
Cities near Amherst
- Sweet Briar 5 mi
- Piney River 9 mi
- Monroe 9 mi
- Arrington 10 mi
- Madison Heights 12 mi
- Roseland 12 mi
- Vesuvius 14 mi
- Tyro 15 mi
- Buena Vista 15 mi
- Coleman Falls 16 mi
- Montebello 16 mi
- Lovingston 16 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the ZIP code for Amherst, VA?
The ZIP code for Amherst, VA is 24521.
What county is Amherst, Virginia in?
Amherst ZIP codes are in Amherst County.