Sign In Register

Elliston, VA

Virginia · Roanoke County · Roanoke Metro

Elliston is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,041.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
1,041 Population 955/sq mi density
$162,500 Home Value $238,477 Zillow
$913 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
114 Violent Crime/100K 1,967 property/100K
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
114 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Elliston, VA

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 114/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.7%
220% higher than US avg

How Elliston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,041
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density955/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,451
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty39.7%
Commute18 min

Housing

Home Value$162,500
Rent$913
Ownership50.9%
Zillow$238,477
Housing Units413
Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

F
Violent114/100K
Property1,967/100K

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking17.3%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,317 ft (401 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.57

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute18 min
Broadband97.1%
EV Stations9
Libraries6

Is Elliston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elliston receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Elliston faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 39.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elliston is $162,500, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Elliston is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,967 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Elliston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Elliston has a population of 1,041 with a density of 955 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 63.2% female and 36.8% male. The city is predominantly White (55.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.1% of residents, while 11.9% speak Spanish. 2.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 0.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 63.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,041
Total Population
955
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Elliston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish 11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elliston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elliston is N/A. Per capita income is $34,451 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,056, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,678 business establishments, including 160 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Elliston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,451
Avg Weekly Wage$1,056
IRS Avg AGI$84,338
Gini Index0.440 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.7%
220% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,678

Business (County)

Restaurants160
Healthcare265
Retail249
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,247
21% above US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Elliston is $162,500, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,477, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 50.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 413 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $4,247 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,477

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg
Rent Burden29.6%

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

Homeownership50.9%
Owner-Occupied50.9%
Renter-Occupied49.1%
Housing Units413
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,247
21% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Elliston, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 34.1% have high blood pressure. 17.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.1% report binge drinking. 28.5% are physically inactive. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 13.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:805. The dentist ratio is 1:960. 72.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Elliston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.9%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:805
Dentists1:960
Mental Health1:303
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death7,604/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities265
Elliston has a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,967 per 100,000, 0% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 11 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Elliston receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Elliston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent114.1/100K
70% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,967.3/100K
0% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
Traffic Accidents647
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Elliston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,317 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,317 ft (401 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density955/sq mi
Coordinates37.2230°N, 80.2157°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyRoanoke County County
Nearest AirportRoanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) (ROA)
15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (May) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.72"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0451 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)8.7 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.95 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.23 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score52.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability21.0 / 100
Community Resilience74.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 8, 2023.

Apr 22, 1991 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M3.5 80 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 124 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 51 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 73 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 149 km
May 16, 2009 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia M3.0 19 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 54 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 51 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 54 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 56 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 72 km
Aug 18, 2000 2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia M2.7 24 km
Aug 25, 2011 14 km SE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M2.7 77 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 137 km
Nov 25, 2009 14 km S of Arrington, Virginia M2.7 125 km
Jun 10, 2018 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina M2.7 132 km
Mar 4, 2019 13 km E of Meadow Bridge, West Virginia M2.6 81 km
Mar 28, 2001 2 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.6 54 km
Jul 11, 2006 9 km SSE of Rupert, West Virginia M2.6 82 km
Nov 15, 1995 5 km ENE of Shady Spring, West Virginia M2.6 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Isabel (2003, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Isabel Category 1 231 km
1996 Fran Category 2 263 km
1989 Hugo Category 1 292 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

102 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 107 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 19, 2019 EF3 50 km 0
Apr 15, 2018 EF3 87 km 0
Mar 20, 1998 EF3 94 km 2
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 96 km 1
Sep 27, 2024 EF2 86 km 0
May 27, 2022 EF2 77 km 0
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 68 km 0
Oct 7, 2014 EF2 97 km 0
Apr 8, 2011 EF2 56 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 39 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 61 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF2 73 km 0
Jul 15, 1996 EF2 59 km 0
Jun 9, 1996 EF2 42 km 0
Aug 17, 1994 EF2 68 km 0
Jun 22, 1990 EF2 51 km 0
Aug 21, 1977 EF2 62 km 0
Jun 25, 1977 EF2 79 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF2 52 km 0
Apr 24, 1975 EF2 66 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RICH HOLE (15,923 ac, 2012).

Year Name Acres Distance
2012 RICH HOLE 15,923 88 km
2012 ALLEGHANY TUNNELS FIRES 11,055 63 km
2023 MATTS CREEK 11,028 80 km
2022 UNNAMED 7,791 88 km
2012 BARBOURS CREEK. 7,244 45 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,219 89 km
2008 ANGEL 4,129 25 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,518 45 km
2006 BULL MOUNTAIN 3,300 57 km
2002 MARBLEYARD 3,123 78 km
2008 LITTLE CUBA 3,017 31 km
2006 PEAVINE COMPLEX 2,950 88 km
2010 PATTERSON MTN 2,443 49 km
2010 NORTH SHORT MTN 2,304 94 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,194 96 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,048 94 km
1987 UNNAMED 2,038 42 km
1986 TUCKER 1,976 50 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,686 91 km
1995 COVE 1,675 20 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.9 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in Wettest
June 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
July 71°F (21°C) 4.0 in
August 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in

Elliston has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 31°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (2.7").

View full weather details →
Elliston is located in Roanoke County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 15.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.7% of the vote, a 22.5-point margin. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 265 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 95.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 22.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
Traffic Accidents647
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.57
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density955/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyRoanoke County County

Services

Broadband Access97.1%
Avg Download Speed101.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants160
Retail Stores249

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%
Average costs for common services in Elliston. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 20 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,095
Toddler$797
Preschool$732
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$765
Toddler$716
Preschool$696
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Roanoke County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 5,463 507 $58,416 1.02
Retail Trade 4,390 280 $36,606 1.17
Manufacturing 4,294 75 $66,836 1.40
Professional & Technical Services 3,144 288 $67,647 1.21
Accommodation & Food Services 2,978 172 $24,302 0.87
Administrative & Waste Services 2,293 152 $38,622 1.04
Construction 1,627 224 $68,098 0.83
Transportation & Warehousing 1,240 46 $62,899 0.78
Finance & Insurance 1,118 192 $96,572 0.74
Other Services 1,046 253 $38,883 0.93
Management of Companies 949 28 $96,639 1.50
Educational Services 857 30 $38,287 1.11
Arts & Entertainment 622 39 $18,693 0.99
Real Estate 456 126 $53,006 0.78
Information & Technology 389 38 $84,109 0.55
Unclassified 77 34 $37,763 1.47
Agriculture & Forestry 9 4 $56,552 0.03

Schools in Elliston

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Eastern Montgomery Elementary Elementary 385 33 11.7:1
EASTERN MONTGOMERY HIGH High 282 28 10.1:1
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Elliston

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 Elliston

11 campgrounds found near Elliston.

NameRatingSitesPrice
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
Fenwick Mines Pavilion — 1 $25

National Parks Near Elliston

30 national parks and monuments found near Elliston.

ParkTypeFee
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 Trail State Park State Park Free
Pilot Mountain 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
Stone Mountain State Park State Park Free
Watoga State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Elliston

155+ trails found near Elliston.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 18.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 14.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GLENWOOD HORSE 12.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 11.6 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 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
VIRGINIA'S WALK 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes 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
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
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — 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 — —
DIXON BRANCH 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CAWTABA VALLEY 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CRAIG CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SARTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GROUSE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
POTTS MOUNTAIN 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CHILDREN'S FOREST 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SULPHUR RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SULPHUR RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
COVE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ELMORE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MORNING KNOB 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DRAGON'S TOOTH 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SPEC MINES 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 —
HAMMOND HOLLOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DEER 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
IRON ORE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHILDREN'S FOREST LONG LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
IRON ORE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
JACOBS LADDER 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
JOE PYE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SNAKE ROOT 1.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes — —
ROARING RUN LOOP 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 — —
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SARVER 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOOP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — 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 —
CURRY CREEK 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 —
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KELLY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
PRICE - BROAD MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes 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 — —
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 —
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 — —
HAYMAKER 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LARK SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
HANGING ROCK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PATTERSON MOUNTAIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — 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 — —
ROARING RUN FALLS 0.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes — —
POTTS MOUNTAIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HOOP HOLE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP 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 — —
GLENWOOD HORSE ALTERNATE LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WAR SPUR LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DRAGON'S TOOTH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WAR BRANCH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN — NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —

Museums in Elliston

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
OLIN HALL AND SMOYER GALLERIESART MUSEUM5403752500$107,599,422
NORTH-SOUTH SKIRMISH ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$301,683
BLACKSBURG MUSEUM AND CULTURAL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 235405580746$275,083
SALEM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3303378514$273,542
HISTORIC SMITHFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION5402313947$117,984
MONTGOMERY MUSEUM AND LEWIS MILLER REGIONAL ART CENTERART MUSEUM300 PEPPER ST S5403825644$116,096
CHRISTIANSBURG INSTITUTEHISTORY MUSEUM5403945001$34,269
COMMONWEALTH COACH AND TROLLEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM602 18TH STREET SW5403422383$15,025
ARMORY GALLERYART MUSEUM5402316000
BLACKSBURG CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
GEOLOGICAL SCIENCESSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5402316894
HAHN HORTICULTURE GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5402315970
HAHN HORTICULTURE GARDEN AT VIRGINIA TECHARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER200 GARDEN LANE (0915)
MUSEUM OF GEOSCIENCESSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5402316894
ORIS GLISSON HISTORIC COSTUME AND TEXTILE COLLECTIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5402316282
PERSPECTIVE GALLERYART MUSEUM5402316040
PRICE FAMILY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SALEM MUSEUM OF THE ARTSART MUSEUM8013624678
SCIENCE MUSEUM OF WESTERN VIRGINIASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
VIRGINIA WESTERN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM5408577271

Libraries in Elliston

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ROANOKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY6303 MERRIMAN ROAD S.W.0.0802,330
MONTGOMERY-FLOYD REGIONAL LIBRARY125 SHELTMAN STREET0.0413,595
SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY28 E. MAIN ST.0.0195,878

Farmers Markets in Elliston

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Blacksburg Farmers Market108 W Roanoke St, Suite 101Wed: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Catawba Valley Farmers Market4965 Catawba Creek Road05/10/2018 to 10/18/2018Thu: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Christiansburg Farmers MarketWest Main Street and Hickok Street05/07/2015 to 10/15/2015Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Community Market of Blacksburg1400 Block South Main Street05/17/2014 to 12/20/2014Tue: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Grandin Village Farmers Market2080 Westover Ave SW04/21/2018 to 11/17/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Salem Farmers Market3 East Main Street04/05/2014 to 12/20/2014Tue: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-2:0Visit

Breweries in Elliston

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Eats Natural FoodsHealth & Diet Foods Retail, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services708 N Main St
Parkway Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Brewery, Breweries739 Kessler Mill Rd5403148234Visit
Rising Silo BreweryShopping, Farmers Markets, Food & Drink, Breweries2351 Glade Rd4105961200
Sixteen Blocks BreweryBreweryPatrick Henry And Mary Jane Cir7039656785

Cell Towers in Elliston

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
212703 Brammer LaneTOWER70
212703 Brammer LaneTOWER70

Fire Stations in Elliston

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Elliston Volunteer Fire Department5001 Enterprise DRVolunteer540-268-1055

Bridges in Elliston

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19682253,173F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197032526,097F
CulvertConcrete19682225,907F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197034725,324F
SlabConcrete continuous1950588,687G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19502614,894F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19502594,894F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19512044,894F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19971604,894G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19702862,096F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1970822,072G
CulvertConcrete2015241,573G
FrameConcrete1958241,061G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193224759F
SlabPrestressed concrete202041725G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous192133656P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193238656F
SlabConcrete198627229G
CulvertConcrete199131155G
SlabConcrete192645131F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19935243G

Amtrak Stations in Elliston

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Blacksburg, VA250 Perry StBUS

Superfund Sites Near Elliston

11 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
DVA - SALEM MEDICAL CENTER1970 ROANOKE BOULEVARDSALEM
RES DBA STEEL DYNAMICS - ROANOKE BAR DIVISION102 WESTSIDE BLVD NWROANOKE CITY
RES DBA STEEL DYNAMICS - ROANOKE BAR DIVISION102 WESTSIDE BLVD NWROANOKE CITY
RES DBA STEEL DYNAMICS - ROANOKE BAR DIVISION102 WESTSIDE BLVD NWROANOKE CITY
ROANOKE CEMENT CO5555 CATAWBA RDBOTETOURT
ROANOKE CEMENT COMPANY6071 CATABWA ROADBOTETOURT
ROANOKE CEMENT COMPANY6071 CATABWA ROADBOTETOURT
ROANOKE CEMENT COMPANY6071 CATABWA ROADBOTETOURT
ROANOKE CEMENT COMPANY6071 CATABWA ROADBOTETOURT
VIRGINIA TECH112 MAINTENANCE COMPLEXMONTGOMERY
VIRGINIA TECH112 MAINTENANCE COMPLEXMONTGOMERY

Airports Near Elliston

49 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greenbrier Valley AirportLWBMedium Airport
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional AirportROAMedium Airport
Abbott Airport—Small Airport
Alum Ridge STOLport—Small Airport
Barrows Airport—Small Airport
BHH Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Big Hill Airport—Small Airport
Black Bridge 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
Davis Field—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 FieldHSPSmall Airport
Johnson Fox Field—Small Airport
Lakeview Aerodrome—Small Airport
Landis Airport—Small Airport
Loury Lester Airpark—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 AirportPSKSmall Airport
Pace Airport—Small Airport
Perkey Airport—Small Airport
Peterstown Airport—Small Airport
Rainelle Airport—Small Airport
Red Birds Airyard Airport—Small Airport
Riverwood Airport—Small Airport
Robinson Airport—Small Airport
Smith Mountain Lake 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 AirportBCBSmall Airport
Wemmering Airport—Small Airport
Willow Bend Airport—Small Airport
Woody Field Airport—Small Airport
Worley Field—Small Airport

Police Stations in Elliston

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Blacksburg Public Safety Building200 Clay Street
Christiansburg Police Department10 East Main Street
City of Salem Police Department36 East Calhoun Street
Salem Police Department36 East Calhoun Street
Viginia State Police Station
Virginia Tech Police Department
Virginia Western Community College Police

Grocery Stores in Elliston

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Love's Travel Stop 574Convenience Store5275 North Ford Rd
Stop In Food Store 8144Convenience Store5151 Northfork Rd

Treatment Centers in Elliston

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Center for Emotional CareSubstance Abuse540-387-3105
EHSBoth540-260-3495
Intercept True North Health ClinicBoth540-523-8080 x1
LewisGale - Behavioral HealthBoth540-772-2801
New River Valley Community Services - Montgomery CenterBoth540-961-8300
Veterans Affairs Medical Center - Mental Health ServiceBoth540-982-2463 x2515

Churches & Religious Organizations in Elliston

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BENT MOUNTAIN CHAPELPO BOX 14
HIWASSEE PH CHURCH199 HELM DR
SPIRIT WIND MINISTRIES4316 NORTHFORK RD
UNITED CHRISTIAN INNER CITY9743 OLD ROANOKE RD

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Elliston.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Elliston

What is the population of Elliston?

Elliston has a population of 1,041 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 955 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 63.2% female and 36.8% male.

Is Elliston expensive to live in?

Elliston has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $162,500 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Elliston safe?

Elliston is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,967 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Elliston receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Elliston?

Elliston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Elliston?

The job market in Elliston is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,056. There are 2,678 business establishments in the area, including 160 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 4.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Elliston?

The median home value in Elliston is $162,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,477. For renters, the median monthly rent is $913. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 50.9%. The average annual property tax is $4,247.

How are the schools in Elliston?

Schools in Elliston score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.5% of adults in Elliston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Elliston?

The obesity rate in Elliston is 34.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.3% of adults are smokers. 28.5% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 13.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 72.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:805.

What is transportation like in Elliston?

The average commute in Elliston is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 95.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Elliston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Elliston is 55.4% White. 88.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.9% speak Spanish. 2.3% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 63.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Shawsville, VA 1,725 pop · 4.2 mi Salem, VA 25,477 pop · 9.8 mi Cave Spring, VA 26,014 pop · 11.5 mi Merrimac, VA 2,955 pop · 11.5 mi Blacksburg, VA 45,288 pop · 11.6 mi Christiansburg, VA 22,820 pop · 11.8 mi Roanoke, VA 98,677 pop · 14.7 mi Riner, VA 1,037 pop · 16.4 mi Hollins, VA 17,005 pop · 16.7 mi Plum Creek, VA 1,067 pop · 17.2 mi Vinton, VA 8,038 pop · 18.4 mi Fairlawn, VA 2,555 pop · 18.8 mi Cloverdale, VA 3,095 pop · 19.5 mi Radford, VA 16,505 pop · 20.2 mi
Compare Elliston with another city: