Amherst town, Virginia
Official LSAD Designation: Amherst town • Census GEOID: 5101672
• Amherst County
Amherst town is an incorporated town in Amherst County, Virginia. According to official records from the Census (2025), Amherst town had an estimated population of 2,146 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Amherst town (GEOID 5101672).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
Town Of Amherst
Municipal
Official Title:
Town Manager
Address:
PO BOX 280, AMHERST VA 24521-0280
County Of Amherst
County
Official Title:
Director Of Accounting
Address:
PO BOX 390, AMHERST VA 24521-0390
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,146 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $70,841 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $220,700 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 4.90 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).