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ZIP Code 23708

Portsmouth, Virginia

FIPS 23708

Juniper

ZIP Code 23708 is in the top 5% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

5.7

Lower than 95% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

269

Median Age

22.5

Climate & weather

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Summer Avg High (°F)

85.9

Winter Avg Low (°F)

34.1

Avg Temperature (°F)

60.1

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

35.2

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

50.5

Annual Precipitation (in)

50

Annual Snowfall (in)

3

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

5.7

Lower than 95%

EAL Flood/Coastal per $1K

0.07

The full report

Six pillars — each with percentile benchmarks, 16-year trends, and per-metric detail.

  • People

  • Work & Money

  • Housing

  • Amenities

  • Environment & Risk

ZIP Code 23708: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in ZIP Code 23708?
ZIP Code 23708 averages 60.1°F year-round, summer highs near 85.9°F, winter lows around 34.1°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 3 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 23708 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 23708's FEMA National Risk Index score is 5.7 (lower than 95% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is hurricane. Expected annual loss from flooding is 0.07 per $1,000 of building value.

Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →