Burks Fork district, Virginia
Burks Fork district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Burks Fork district is a geographic entity located in Floyd County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,881. The land area covers 109.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,881 | ±467 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.9 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,356 | ±187 | 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 | 1,813 | ±187 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,356 | ±187 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 457 | ±128 |
| Median Home Value | $196,900 | ±$23,316 |
| Median Gross Rent | $777 | ±$23 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,222 | ±$6,284 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,426 | ±$9,324 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.9% | ±7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 544 | ±219 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.4% | ±5.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,349 | ±303 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.3% | ±4.7% |
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: 15,658 (2024)
ID: 176678
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASST COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 218, FLOYD VA 24091-0218
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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 | Fancy Gap, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Floyd, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Floyd, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hillsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hillsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-07 | Radford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Meadows of Dan, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Stuart, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Patrick Springs, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hiwassee, 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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Radford University
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College | 22.3 mi away | 801 East Main St., Radford, VA, 24142 |
5408315000
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JESSIE PETERMAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 321 W. MAIN STREET, FLOYD, VA, 24091 |
(540) 745-2947
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New River Community College
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College | 23.9 mi away | 5251 College Drive, Dublin, VA, 24084-3660 |
5406743600
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PATRICK COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 116 W. BLUE RIDGE STREET, STUART, VA, 24171 |
(276) 694-3352
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Ferrum College
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College | 24.2 mi away | 215 Ferrum Mountain Road, Ferrum, VA, 24088-9000 |
5403652121
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PATRICK COUNTY BRANCH
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 116 W. BLUE RIDGE STREET, STUART, VA, 24171 |
(276) 694-3352
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CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 101 BEAVER DAM ROAD, HILLSVILLE, VA, 24343 |
(276) 728-3334
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CHRISTIANSBURG LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 125 SHELTMAN STREET, CHRISTIANSBURG, VA, 24073 |
(540) 382-6965
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MONTGOMERY FLOYD MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 125 SHELTMAN STREET, CHRISTIANSBURG, VA, 24073 |
(540) 382-6965
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RADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 30 WEST MAIN ST., RADFORD, VA, 24141 |
(540) 731-3621
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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 MEADOWS OF DAN 5 SW, VA US, located 11.1 miles from Burks Fork district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.9° | 25.3° | 35.6° | 4.53" | 2.6" |
| February | 48.6° | 26.4° | 37.5° | 3.42" | 2.1" |
| March | 56.6° | 31.5° | 44.1° | 4.76" | 0.4" |
| April | 66.7° | 40.3° | 53.5° | 5.20" | 0.3" |
| May | 73.2° | 49.8° | 61.5° | 5.50" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.5° | 58.5° | 69.0° | 5.88" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.1° | 62.3° | 72.2° | 5.47" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.1° | 61.3° | 71.2° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.8° | 55.2° | 65.5° | 5.72" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.0° | 43.9° | 56.0° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.7° | 33.9° | 45.8° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.1° | 28.8° | 38.4° | 4.62" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadows of Dan CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Floyd town | Town | 8.9 mi | — |
| Snowville CDP | CDP | 15.5 mi | — |
| Stuart town | Town | 16.0 mi | — |
| Riner CDP | CDP | 16.6 mi | — |
| Hillsville town | Town | 17.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5106390576. • 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.