Blacksburg, VA
Virginia · Montgomery County · Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford Metro
Blacksburg is a mid-size city in Virginia with a population of 45,288. Residents earn $48,070 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
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How Blacksburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
DCrime
FHealth
Climate
Education
A+Community
Is Blacksburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Blacksburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Blacksburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Blacksburg is $48,070, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Blacksburg is $417,200, 48% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,290 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Safety & Crime
Blacksburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 717 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.
Education
Blacksburg is a highly educated community / 69.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Blacksburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Blacksburg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Blacksburg vs U.S. Average
Income: Blacksburg vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,070 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,454 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,169 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,369 |
| Gini Index | 0.492 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,613 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 229 |
| Healthcare | 250 |
| Retail | 310 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,470 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 101.10 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 6.6% |
| Work from Home | 17.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $417,200 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $416,520 |
| Redfin Median Sale | $356,000 |
| Median List Price | $429,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median Sale Price | $356,000 |
| Median List Price | $429,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $226 |
| Homes Sold | 11 |
| Days on Market | 48 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 11.8% |
| Inventory | 51 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,290 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,987 |
| Rent Burden | 44.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 34.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 34.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 65.8% |
| Housing Units | 16,260 |
| Median Year Built | 1983 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,470 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.07% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-21)
Health Metrics: Blacksburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.7% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 14.5% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Short Sleep | 34.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| Uninsured | 3.9% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,387 |
| Dentists | 1:1,940 |
| Mental Health | 1:281 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Dental Visits | 61.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,130/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 250 |
Crime Rates: Blacksburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 80.9/100K |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 48.1/100K |
| Robbery | 2.2/100K |
| Assault | 30.6/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 717.2/100K |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 67.8/100K |
| Theft | 625.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 24.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Traffic Accidents | 101 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,067 ft (630 m) |
| Area | 19.9 sq mi (51.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,287/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2313°N, 80.4267°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Montgomery County County |
| Nearest Airport | Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) (ROA) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 47.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 26.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 56.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 3.3 in |
Blacksburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.8").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Traffic Accidents | 101 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 69.7% |
| 107% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 39.7% |
| School Test Score | 6.22 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,287/sq mi |
| Total Area | 19.9 sq mi |
| County | Montgomery County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 94.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 93.7 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 4.9 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 30 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 31 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 250 |
| Restaurants | 229 |
| Retail Stores | 310 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 15.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 6.6% |
| Work from Home | 17.2% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $253 ($152-$404) |
| Specialist Visit | $354 ($202-$556) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $202 ($101-$354) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,224 ($809-$5,055) |
| Dental Cleaning | $131 ($76-$202) |
| Dental Filling | $253 ($152-$404) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $46 ($25-$76) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $76 ($51-$121) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $303 ($152-$506) |
| Tire Rotation | $40 ($20-$76) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $607 ($404-$1,011) |
| Battery Replacement | $202 ($101-$354) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $101 ($61-$152) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $91 ($51-$142) |
| HVAC Repair | $404 ($152-$809) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,077 ($4,044-$12,132) |
| Roof Repair | $1,011 ($404-$2,022) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,099 ($5,561-$15,165) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,517 ($506-$3,539) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,165 ($5,055-$30,330) |
| DUI Defense | $5,055 ($2,022-$10,110) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,517 ($809-$3,033) |
| Will Preparation | $506 ($202-$1,011) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,528 ($1,011-$5,055) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $25 ($15-$46) |
| Women's Haircut | $56 ($30-$101) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $152 ($76-$253) |
| Manicure | $25 ($15-$46) |
| Pedicure | $40 ($25-$66) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $81 ($51-$131) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.15 ($3.03-$5.56) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.54 ($2.53-$5.06) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.84 ($2.53-$5.56) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.55 ($3.03-$6.57) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.56 ($4.04-$7.58) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.01 ($0.61-$1.82) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $142 ($81-$253) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $71 ($30-$152) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $71 ($40-$121) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $71 ($40-$101) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $66 ($30-$101) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $86 ($51-$152) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $202 ($76-$506) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,022 ($1,213-$3,539) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $71 ($30-$131) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($8.09-$25) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $101 ($30-$253) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $30 ($15-$76) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,213 ($607-$2,528) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,011 ($506-$2,022) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $404 ($202-$708) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $51 ($25-$101) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,011 ($404-$2,528) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,638 ($5,055-$30,330) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $61 ($30-$101) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $101 ($51-$202) |
| Dog Grooming | $61 ($30-$101) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $40 ($20-$76) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $303 ($152-$506) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $202 ($101-$404) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $804 |
| Toddler | $736 |
| Preschool | $736 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $545 |
| Toddler | $476 |
| Preschool | $476 |
Top Industries in Montgomery County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 5,019 | 99 | $67,797 | 1.41 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 4,741 | 498 | $56,200 | 0.77 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 4,417 | 220 | $23,548 | 1.12 |
| Retail Trade | 4,374 | 266 | $34,419 | 1.01 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 2,481 | 371 | $113,290 | 0.83 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 1,800 | 117 | $44,889 | 0.71 |
| Construction | 1,196 | 196 | $62,257 | 0.53 |
| Other Services | 940 | 197 | $46,101 | 0.72 |
| Real Estate | 700 | 113 | $51,388 | 1.04 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 604 | 36 | $42,062 | 0.33 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 547 | 42 | $20,197 | 0.75 |
| Finance & Insurance | 516 | 120 | $81,964 | 0.29 |
| Educational Services | 454 | 32 | $57,716 | 0.51 |
| Wholesale Trade | 387 | 65 | $65,350 | 0.23 |
| Management of Companies | 221 | 15 | $94,643 | 0.30 |
| Information & Technology | 158 | 41 | $75,005 | 0.20 |
| Unclassified | 76 | 42 | $41,255 | 1.26 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 59 | 19 | $35,622 | 0.17 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 48 | 4 | $90,313 | 0.29 |
| Utilities | 46 | 4 | $70,989 | 0.28 |
Colleges & Universities in Blacksburg
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | Public · Graduate | 40,514 | 57.0% | $15,478 | $36,694 |
| Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | Private Non-Profit · Graduate | 2,458 | - | - | - |
Hospitals in Blacksburg
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEWISGALE HOSPITAL MONTGOMERY | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes | (540) 951-1111 |
Schools in Blacksburg
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACKSBURG HIGH | High | 1,321 | 84 | 15.7:1 |
| BLACKSBURG MIDDLE | Middle | 946 | 74 | 12.8:1 |
| Prices Fork Elementary | Elementary | 440 | 33 | 13.3:1 |
| Kipps Elementary | Elementary | 369 | 28 | 13.2:1 |
| Margaret Beeks Elementary | Elementary | 343 | 28 | 12.3:1 |
| Gilbert Linkous Elementary | Elementary | 329 | 26 | 12.7:1 |
| Harding Avenue Elementary | Elementary | 296 | 22 | 13.5:1 |
Radio Stations near Blacksburg
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WRCW Crime Story | crime, old time radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WRCW RADIO - HOME OF GUNSMOKE | crime, old time radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Blacksburg
12 campgrounds found near Blacksburg.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CALDWELL FIELDS GROUP CAMPGROUND | 5.0/5 | 2 | $35 |
| PHILPOTT PARK | 4.8/5 | 1 | $75 |
| GOOSE POINT | 4.6/5 | 62 | $26, $68 |
| HORSESHOE POINT | 4.6/5 | 49 | $26, $34 |
| Rocky Knob Campground | 4.5/5 | 106 | $30, $45 |
| BOLEY FIELD GROUP CAMPGROUND | 4.4/5 | 1 | $35 |
| CRAIG CREEK RECREATION AREA | 4.4/5 | 1 | $35 |
| Rock Castle Gorge Backcountry Camping | 4.3/5 | 8 | $15 |
| SALTHOUSE BRANCH | 4.3/5 | 89 | $26, $52 |
| STEEL BRIDGE CAMPGROUND | 4.1/5 | 3 | Free |
| BLUESTONE LAKE PICNIC SHELTER | 3.0/5 | 1 | $60 |
| Fenwick Mines Pavilion | - | 1 | $25 |
National Parks Near Blacksburg
33 national parks and monuments found near Blacksburg.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Babcock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beartown State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluestone Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluestone National Scenic River | National Scenic River | Free |
| Bluestone State Park | State Park | Free |
| Booker T Washington National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Camp Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Claytor Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Douthat State Park | State Park | Free |
| Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fairy Stone State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gauley River National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | Free |
| Hanging Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haw River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hawks Nest State Park | State Park | Free |
| Little Beaver State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mayo River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mayo River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moncove Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Natural Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| New River Gorge National Park & Preserve | National Park & Preserve | Free |
| New River State Park | State Park | Free |
| New River Trail State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pilot Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pinnacle Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pipestem Resort State Park | State Park | Free |
| Shot Tower Historic State Park | State Park | Free |
| Smith Mountain Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River | State Park | Free |
| Stone Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Watoga State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Blacksburg
154+ trails found near Blacksburg.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 21.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 18.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 18.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 14.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 9.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HOOP HOLE | 8.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| NORTH MOUNTAIN | 7.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| POVERTY CREEK | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 6.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SEVENMILE | 5.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 5.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| VIRGINIA'S WALK | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LITTLE HORSE GAP | 4.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| PATTERSON MOUNTAIN | 4.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CASCADES | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTTS ARM | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| PEARIS THOMPSON | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| FERRIER | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| DIXON BRANCH | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CONSERVANCY | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LEES CREEK HORSE | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 2.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH MOUNTAIN | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LICK BRANCH | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LIPES BRANCH | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| NORTH MOUNTAIN | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RIBBLE | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| DIXON BRANCH | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CAWTABA VALLEY | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| CRAIG CREEK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HOOF & HILL | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| SARTAIN | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GROUSE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| POTTS MOUNTAIN | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHILDREN'S FOREST | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SULPHUR RIDGE | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SULPHUR RIDGE | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| COVE | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| STANDROCK BRANCH | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MORNING KNOB | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DRAGON'S TOOTH | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SARTAIN | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSE NETTLE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| DEER | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| TRACT FORK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CHILDREN'S FOREST LONG LOOP | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| JACOBS LADDER | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ROOSTER | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| JOE PYE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SNAKE ROOT | 1.2 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BALD MOUNTAIN | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WAR BRANCH | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SNAKE ROOT | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SARVER | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HORSE NETTLE | 1.1 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| PATTERSON MOUNTAIN | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| NORTH MOUNTAIN | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HELMS | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| POWERLINE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| TURKEY | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| SKULLCAP | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SARTAIN | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTTS MOUNTAIN | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DIXON BRANCH | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PRICKLY PEAR | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| FERRIER | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FENWICK NATURE WALK | 0.8 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| TURKEY | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| MAY APPLE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| PANDAPAS POND LOOP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHILDREN'S FOREST LONG LOOP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ROYALE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| KELLY | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| CHILDREN'S FOREST | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WAR SPUR LOOP | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FENWICK WETLANDS | 0.7 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHILDREN'S FOREST | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHILDREN'S FOREST LONG LOOP | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| TRILLIUM | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HELMS | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LITTLE HORSE GAP | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| KELLY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| WAR SPUR LOOP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| QUEEN ANNE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSE NETTLE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| TUCKER | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| VIRGINIA'S WALK | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| INDIAN PIPE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| WAR BRANCH | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| VIRGINIA'S WALK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| QUEEN ANNE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BARNEY'S WALL | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LICK BRANCH | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TUCKER | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| BOY SCOUT | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LADY SLIPPER | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| MORNING KNOB | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHILDREN'S FOREST INTERPRETIVE | 0.3 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SKULLCAP | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PICKLE BRANCH SHELTER | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WOODS AND FIELD | 0.3 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LARK SPUR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| HANGING ROCK | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SARTAIN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHEROKEE FLATS | 0.2 | ASPHALT | Yes | - | - |
| PANDAPAS POND WETLAND LOOP | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HANGING ROCK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POTTS MOUNTAIN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SKULLCAP | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH MOUNTAIN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| POVERTY CREEK CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DRAGONS TOOTH SIDE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DRAGON'S TOOTH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WAR SPUR LOOP | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALLEGHENY TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WAR BRANCH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DISMAL FALLS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| POLECAT | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DEETS | 0.0 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| DEETS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POLECAT | - | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DEETS | - | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN | - | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
Museums in Blacksburg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH-SOUTH SKIRMISH ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $301,683 | ||
| BLACKSBURG MUSEUM AND CULTURAL FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 23 | 5405580746 | $275,083 |
| HISTORIC SMITHFIELD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5402313947 | $117,984 | |
| MONTGOMERY MUSEUM AND LEWIS MILLER REGIONAL ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 300 PEPPER ST S | 5403825644 | $116,096 |
| CHRISTIANSBURG INSTITUTE | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5403945001 | $34,269 | |
| ARMORY GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5402316000 | ||
| ART MUSEM | ART MUSEUM | |||
| BLACKSBURG CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | |||
| GEOLOGICAL SCIENCES | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 5402316894 | ||
| GLENCOE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5407315031 | ||
| HAHN HORTICULTURE GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5402315970 | ||
| HAHN HORTICULTURE GARDEN AT VIRGINIA TECH | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 200 GARDEN LANE (0915) | ||
| MUSEUM OF EARTH SCIENCES | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 5408315000 | ||
| MUSEUM OF GEOSCIENCES | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 5402316894 | ||
| ORIS GLISSON HISTORIC COSTUME AND TEXTILE COLLECTION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5402316282 | ||
| PERSPECTIVE GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5402316040 | ||
| PRICE FAMILY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| RADFORD UNIVERSITY PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 5408315000 | ||
| WILDERNESS ROAD REGIONAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5406744835 |
Libraries in Blacksburg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MONTGOMERY-FLOYD REGIONAL LIBRARY | 125 SHELTMAN STREET | 0.0 | 413,595 | |||
| RADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 30 WEST MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 196,300 |
Farmers Markets in Blacksburg
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg Farmers Market | 108 W Roanoke St, Suite 101 | Wed: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit | |
| Christiansburg Farmers Market | West Main Street and Hickok Street | 05/07/2015 to 10/15/2015 | Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Community Market of Blacksburg | 1400 Block South Main Street | 05/17/2014 to 12/20/2014 | Tue: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Radford Farmers' Market | East Main Street | 05/14/2016 to 10/15/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit |
Hotels in Blacksburg
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Blacksburg
71 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Blacksburg
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Blacksburg
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Blacksburg
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Blacksburg
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Blacksburg
6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Blacksburg
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Blacksburg
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Blacksburg
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Blacksburg
12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Blacksburg
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Blacksburg
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Blacksburg
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Blacksburg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bull & Bones Brewhaus & Grill | Blacksburg, VA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Blacksburg Brewers, (1),, Blacksburg, VA, (1), | 100 Hubbard St | 5409532855 | |
| Eats Natural Foods | Health & Diet Foods Retail, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 708 N Main St | ||
| Rising Silo Brewery | Shopping, Farmers Markets, Food & Drink, Breweries | 2351 Glade Rd | 4105961200 | |
| Sixteen Blocks Brewery | Brewery | Patrick Henry And Mary Jane Cir | 7039656785 |
Nursing Homes in Blacksburg
2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE WYBE AND MARIETJE KROONTJE HEALTH CARE CENTER 1000 LITTON LANE |
Non profit - Corporation | 60 | 49 | 4/5 | - | 4/5 | 2/5 | 5409533200 |
| HERITAGE HALL BLACKSBURG 3610 SOUTH MAIN STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 194 | 128 | 2/5 | - | 3/5 | 1/5 | 5409517000 |
Pharmacies in Blacksburg
5 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 3460 | 833 UNIVERSITY CITY BOULEVARD | 540-951-4911 |
| CVS - 6329 | 1775 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 540-951-8595 |
| KROGER | 1322 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 540-953-0600 |
| KROGER | 903 UNIVERSITY CITY BOULEVARD | 540-951-4136 |
| RITE AID - 1181 | 850 UNIVERSITY CITY BOULEVARD | 540-552-7716 |
EV Charging Stations in Blacksburg
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First & Main Blacksburg | 1490 S Main Street | eVgo Network | 4 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Blacksburg Town Hall | 300 S Main St | Blink Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Campus Automotive | 1208 N Main St | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Courtyard Blacksburg - Tesla Destination | 105 Southpark Dr | Tesla Destination | 4 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| Duncan Ford Lincoln | 125 Jennelle Rd | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EV CHARGIING STATION 1 | 217A College Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EV CHARGIING STATION 2 | 217A College Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EV CHARGIING STATION 3 | 217 College Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| FOURTEEN35 SPACES 1&2 | 1435 Toms Creek Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| FOURTEEN35 SPACES 3&4 | 1435 Toms Creek Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| FOURTEEN35 SPACES 5&6 | 1435 Toms Creek Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| FOURTEEN35 SPACES 7&8 | 1435 Toms Creek Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Hethwood Recreation Center | 2210 Tall Oaks Dr | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| Home2 Suites - Blacksburg | 1321 Rugby Lane | Blink Network | 5 | J1772 | public | |
| Hume Center for National Security and Technology | 1311 Research Center Dr | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Inn at Virginia Tech | 901 Prices Fork Rd | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Residence Inn - Blacksburg | 850 Prices Fork Rd | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| Town of Blacksburg - Parking Garage | 121 Commons Drive | Blink Network | 5 | J1772 | public | |
| UGC EV STATION GILBERT EV | 400 Old Turner St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| UGC EV STATION STATION 1 | 904 Prices Fork Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Village Center | 2387 Warm Hearth Dr | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| Virginia Tech - Corporate Research Center | 1861 Pratt Dr | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | private | |
| Virginia Tech - Corporate Research Center | 1691 Innovation Dr | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Blacksburg
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 212703 Brammer Lane | TOWER | 70 |
| 212703 Brammer Lane | TOWER | 70 |
Fire Stations in Blacksburg
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg Fire Department | 407 Hubbard ST | Mostly volunteer | 540-961-1175 | ||
| Longshop-McCoy Fire and Rescue | 5770 Mccoy RD | Volunteer | 540-639-0836 |
Power Plants Near Blacksburg
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIRGINIA TECH POWER PLANT | NATURAL GAS STEAM TURBINE | 221112 | -80.4 | OA |
Bridges in Blacksburg
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frame | Concrete | 1994 | 32 | 36,455 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1979 | 230 | 23,527 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1979 | 36 | 19,381 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1974 | 32 | 13,792 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2007 | 184 | 6,208 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 187 | 4,687 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1941 | 85 | 1,582 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1932 | 24 | 1,582 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2013 | 51 | 1,145 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 60 | 629 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1991 | 36 | 568 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1949 | 44 | 455 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1997 | 142 | 439 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1989 | 22 | 429 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1998 | 32 | 255 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1994 | 32 | 255 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 42 | 190 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1942 | 72 | 147 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2007 | 60 | 107 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1999 | 79 | 92 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1997 | 72 | 89 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1973 | 25 | 65 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1973 | 25 | 65 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 30 | 61 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1946 | 51 | 58 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 82 | 57 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1951 | 82 | 57 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 82 | 57 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1932 | 64 | 50 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1950 | 53 | 44 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 52 | 30 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1938 | 30 | 14 | G |
Amtrak Stations in Blacksburg
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg, VA | 250 Perry St | BUS |
Superfund Sites Near Blacksburg
5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| HOLSTON RIVER QUARRY INC - DUBLIN QUARRY | 5822 WILDERNESS RD | PULASKI |
| RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT | 4050 PEPPERS FERRY ROAD | MONTGOMERY |
| RADFORD TRADING, LLC | 1701 WEST MAIN STREET | RADFORD CITY |
| VIRGINIA TECH | 112 MAINTENANCE COMPLEX | MONTGOMERY |
| VIRGINIA TECH | 112 MAINTENANCE COMPLEX | MONTGOMERY |
Airports Near Blacksburg
43 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Greenbrier Valley Airport | LWB | Medium Airport |
| Raleigh County Memorial Airport | BKW | Medium Airport |
| Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport | ROA | Medium Airport |
| Abbott Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Alum Ridge STOLport | - | Small Airport |
| Barrows Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Big Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Ridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Burnt Chimney Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bush Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catawba Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Covington Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deer Run Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ferguson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fincastle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gravely Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Groundhog Mountain Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heavenly Acres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hinton-Alderson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hop-Along Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingalls Field | HSP | Small Airport |
| Landis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loury Lester Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Maxwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Micro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moorefield's Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nester Funny Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Castle International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New River Valley Airport | PSK | Small Airport |
| Pace Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Perkey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Peterstown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rainelle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Riverwood Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Springwood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Summit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Twin County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Venning's Landing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Virginia Tech Montgomery Executive Airport | BCB | Small Airport |
| Wemmering Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Willow Bend Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woody Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Worley Field | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Blacksburg
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg Public Safety Building | 200 Clay Street | |
| Christiansburg Police Department | 10 East Main Street | |
| Virginia Tech Police Department |
Grocery Stores in Blacksburg
16 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven 15112A | Convenience Store | 1201 Toms Creek Rd |
| 7-eleven 18293c 18293C | Convenience Store | 100 Draper Rd SW |
| 7-Eleven Inc F 18233A | Convenience Store | 1350 N Main St |
| CVS Pharmacy 3460 | Other | 833 University City Blvd |
| Dollar General 21820 | Other | 850 University City Blvd |
| Dollar Tree 2178 | Other | 1341 S Main St |
| EATS NATURAL FOODS COOP INC | Grocery Store | 708A N Main |
| Fas Mart 3514 | Convenience Store | 1710 Prices Fork Rd |
| Food Lion 2573 | Supermarket | 801 Hethwood Blvd |
| Food Lion 425 | Supermarket | 1413 N Main St |
| Friends Of The Farmers Market Inc. | Farmers and Markets | 108 w ROANOKE ST |
| Glade Road Growing | Farmers and Markets | 2351 Glade Rd |
| Kroger 210 | Super Store | 903 University City Blvd |
| KROGER 402 | Super Store | 1322 S Main St |
| R-n-f Farms NAFMNP | Farmers and Markets | 1826 Bishop Rd |
| Stop In Food Stores 8163 | Convenience Store | 600 N Main St |
Treatment Centers in Blacksburg
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| EHS | Both | 540-260-3495 |
| New River Valley Community Services - Melanie Adkins | Both | 540-838-8000 |
| New River Valley Community Services - Montgomery Center | Both | 540-961-8300 |
| New River Valley Community Services - New Horizons Crisis Stabilization | Both | 540-831-5916 |
DOL Wage Violations in Blacksburg
13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $176,147 in back wages owed to 437 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Riders Childcare Center, Inc. | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $69,199 | $227 | 305 |
| Comfort Care Senior Home | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $49,614 | $7,088 | 7 |
| Cabo Fish Taco | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $30,411 | $608 | 50 |
| Industrial Flooring Systems, Inc. | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $6,631 | $663 | 10 |
| The Children's Nest Pre-School and Day Care | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $6,139 | $682 | 9 |
| Caregivers Placement Services, LLC | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $5,786 | $827 | 7 |
| Big Al's Sports Bar and Grille | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $3,426 | $132 | 26 |
| Melody Hookah Lounge | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $2,187 | $273 | 8 |
| Benny's Delivery | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $1,646 | $274 | 6 |
| Valley Interfaith Child Care Center, Inc. | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $743 | $124 | 6 |
| Spring Arbor Assisted living | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $178 | $178 | 1 |
| Human Touch Home Health Agency | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $127 | $127 | 1 |
| 7 Eleven | - | - | 24060 | - | 1 | $60 | $60 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Blacksburg
41 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ASCENT CHURCH OF BLACKSBURG INC | 902 PATRICK HENRY DR |
| ASSOCIATION OF CHRISTIAN BIRTH PROFESSIONALS INC | 200 COUNTRY CLUB DR SW STE A1 |
| BLACKSBURG ABLAZE INC | 2004 SHADOW LAKE RD |
| BLACKSBURG CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 240 WATSON AVE |
| BLACKSBURG P H CHURCH 50 | 600 CENTER ST |
| BOLLING CONFERENCE GROUNDS INC | 2262 CRAIG CREEK RD |
| CHABAD SERVING VIRGINIA TECH | 301 WALL ST |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOLARS NETWORK INC | 104 FACULTY ST |
| CHRISTIAN VETERINARY FELLOWSHIP - VMCVM | 205 DUCK POND DR |
| CHURCH WOMEN UNITED | 701 CHURCH ST SE |
| FIREPLACE CHURCH INC | 1531 N MAIN ST |
| FIRST CHURCH OF GOD | 110 ROANOKE ST E |
| FIRST WESLEYAN CHURCH | 1406 GILES RD |
| GATEWAY BAPTIST CHURCH | 2196 HARDING RD |
| GOSPEL UNDERGROUND | 125 N MAIN ST STE 500 PMB 176 |
| GRACE COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 2101 SHADOW LAKE RD |
| HARVEST BAPTIST CHURCH | 201 LUCAS DR |
| HOPE CHAPEL BLACKSBURG VIRGINIA | 4661 RHEA RIDGE DR |
| HOUSE OF HOPE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY | 1161 ARRINGTON RD |
| ISLAMIC CENTER OF BLACKSBURG | 1301 HARVEST RIDGE LN |
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Historic Markers Near Blacksburg
10 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Blacksburg.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Mary Draper Ingels | Marker is on Duckpond Drive near W Campus Drive, on the right when traveling south. |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | Marker is at the intersection of Pandapas Pond Road (U.S. 460) and Forest Service Road (Road P188-2), on the right when traveling east on Pandapas Pond Road. |
| William Black | Marker is at the intersection of North Main Street (Business U.S. 460) and Jackson Street NE (Virginia Route 785), on the right when traveling north on North Main Street. |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | Marker is on Southgate Drive, 0.2 miles east of Bypass Route 460, on the right when traveling east. |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | Marker is at the intersection of Alumni Mall (Virginia Route 314) and North Main Street (Business U.S. 460), on the right when traveling west on Alumni Mall. |
| Smithfield | Marker is on Southgate Drive, 0.2 miles east of Bypass Route 460, on the right when traveling east. |
| Solitude | Marker is at the intersection of Greenhouse Drive and Drillfield Drive, on the right when traveling south on Greenhouse Drive. |
| Founding of the Future Farmers of Virginia | Marker is on Southgate Drive, 0.2 miles east of Bypass Route 460, on the right when traveling east. |
| Giles County / Montgomery County | Marker is at the intersection of Virginia Avenue (U.S. 460) and Forest Service Road (Road 269), in the median on Virginia Avenue. |
| Craig County / Giles County | Marker is on Blue Grass Trail (Virginia Route 42) just north of County Route 770, on the right when traveling north. |
UFO Sightings Near Blacksburg
6 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Blacksburg.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg, VA | 2011 | Large greenish glowing light moving very fast. |
| Blacksburg, VA | 2011 | Satellite like object too bright and not blinking (not a craft) |
| Blacksburg, VA | 2009 | Nov. 14, 2009 - UFO sighting in Blacksburg, VA at approx. 5:45PM - 3 Lights, no movement, disappeared into thin air |
| Blacksburg, VA | 2006 | Ball of light at ROTC training |
| Blacksburg, VA | 2002 | Bright green object seen in Blacksburg VA. |
| Blacksburg, VA | 1996 | Two witnesses, no more than 40 feet from bright white sphere 3 1/2 - 4 feet in diameter blocking our way on rd. |
Haunted Places Near Blacksburg
2 reported haunted locations found near Blacksburg.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Holiday Inn | The hotel sits on land that used to be a plantation known as "Jacob's Lantern". There is a nightclub called "Attitudes" in the hotel, and the manager has told me of being asked by the front desk to turn the music down, even though there was no music playing. He also told me of hearing laughter & voices in the club after hours, only to discover no one there. |
| Lyric Theater | The Lyric has been around for more than 75 years, and is one of the few theaters left with an upper balcony. Yjere have been numerous accounts from workers there of hearing things, and feeling someone brush behind them. It is believed that a worker died in the theater years ago. |
Mines Near Blacksburg
1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Blacksburg.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| HIGHLAND PARK QUARRY | Dimension Limestone - Surface (Active) |
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What is the population of Blacksburg?
Blacksburg has a population of 45,288 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 2,287 people per square mile, spread across 19.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.7% female and 55.3% male.
Is Blacksburg expensive to live in?
Blacksburg has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $48,070, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $417,200 (48% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,290 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Blacksburg safe?
Blacksburg is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 717 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Blacksburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Blacksburg?
Blacksburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 24.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Blacksburg?
Blacksburg has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,169. There are 2,613 business establishments in the area, including 229 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 17.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Blacksburg?
The median home value in Blacksburg is $417,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $416,520. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $356,000, with homes typically selling within 48 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,290. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 34.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,470.
How are the schools in Blacksburg?
Schools in Blacksburg score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 69.7% of adults in Blacksburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. 39.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Blacksburg?
The obesity rate in Blacksburg is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.5% of adults are smokers. 25.0% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 3.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 84.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,387.
What is transportation like in Blacksburg?
The average commute in Blacksburg is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 53.9% of workers drive alone to work, 6.6% use public transit, and 17.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Blacksburg?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Blacksburg is 77.7% White, 4.4% Black or African American, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 11% Asian. 84.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.1% speak Spanish. 2.2% of the population are military veterans. 6.7% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.
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