Back Creek district, Virginia
Back Creek district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Back Creek district is a geographic entity located in Frederick County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 15,144. The land area covers 155.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,144 | ±1,552 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,243 | ±364 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 5,786 | ±354 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,243 | ±364 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 543 | ±203 |
| Median Home Value | $354,200 | ±$16,920 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,159 | ±$134 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,532 | ±$9,619 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,418 | ±$6,720 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,047 | ±393 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,482 | ±872 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.8% | ±3.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 98,109 (2024)
ID: 176680
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
107 N KENT ST, WINCHESTER VA 22601-5000
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Front Royal, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stephens City, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Boyce, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Bunker Hill, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Capon Bridge, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Capon Bridge, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Winchester, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Laurel Ridge Community College
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College | 7.8 mi away | 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, 22645 |
8009065322
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MARY JANE AND JAMES L. BOWMAN LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 971 TASKER RD., STEPHENS CITY, VA, 22655 |
(540) 869-9000
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Shenandoah University
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College | 9.7 mi away | 1460 University Dr, Winchester, VA, 22601-5195 |
5406654500
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HANDLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 100 W. PICCADILLY ST., WINCHESTER, VA, 22601 |
(540) 662-9041
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STRASBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 195 WEST KING ST., STRASBURG, VA, 22657 |
(540) 465-8464
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CAPON BRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 2987 NORTHWESTERN PIKE, CAPON BRIDGE, WV, 26711 |
(304) 856-3777
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SAMUELS LIBRARY, INC.
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 330 EAST CRISER ROAD, FRONT ROYAL, VA, 22630 |
(540) 635-3153
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CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 101 CHALMERS COURT, SUITE C, BERRYVILLE, VA, 22611 |
(540) 955-5144
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FORT VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 6190 WOODSTOCK TOWER ROAD, FORT VALLEY, VA, 22652 |
(540) 933-6714
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SOUTH JEFFERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 49 CHURCH STREET, SUMMIT POINT, WV, 25446 |
(304) 725-6227
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at STAR TANNERY, VA US, located 6.8 miles from Back Creek district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.8° | 21.0° | 30.9° | 2.74" | 7.9" |
| February | 44.3° | 23.3° | 33.8° | 2.34" | 9.6" |
| March | 52.1° | 29.5° | 40.8° | 3.59" | 2.7" |
| April | 64.6° | 39.4° | 52.0° | 3.64" | 0.1" |
| May | 72.3° | 48.6° | 60.4° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.1° | 57.9° | 69.0° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.9° | 61.7° | 73.3° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.7° | 59.8° | 71.7° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.1° | 52.5° | 64.8° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.3° | 41.0° | 53.2° | 3.15" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.2° | 32.1° | 43.2° | 2.94" | 0.6" |
| December | 44.5° | 25.1° | 34.8° | 2.92" | 4.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawneeland CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Lebanon Church CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Stephens City town | Town | 6.9 mi | — |
| Clary CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Middletown town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Gore CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5106990120. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.