Craig Creek district, Virginia
Craig Creek district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Craig Creek district is a geographic entity located in Craig County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 597. The land area covers 83.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 597 | ±285 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.4 yrs | ±11.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 230 | ±102 | 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 | 333 | ±134 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 230 | ±102 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 103 | ±119 |
| Median Home Value | $281,500 | ±$65,427 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $40,747 | ±$9,452 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±7.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 31 | ±49 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 311 | ±209 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.5% | ±16.9% |
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: 4,829 (2024)
ID: 187850
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
PO BOX 308, NEW CASTLE VA 24127-0308
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Salem, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Fincastle, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fincastle, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Salem, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fincastle, 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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Roanoke College
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College | 11.9 mi away | 221 College Lane, Salem, VA, 24153-3794 |
5403752500
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CRAIG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 303 MAIN STREET, NEW CASTLE, VA, 24127 |
(540) 864-8978
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American National University
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College | 12.3 mi away | 1813 East Main Street, Salem, VA, 24153 |
5409861800
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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 28 E. MAIN ST., SALEM, VA, 24153 |
(540) 375-3089
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Hollins University
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College | 12.6 mi away | 7916 Williamson Rd NW, Roanoke, VA, 24020 |
5403626000
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HOLLINS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 6624 PETERS CREEK RD, ROANOKE, VA, 24019 |
(540) 561-8024
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Galen Health Institutes-Roanoke
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College | 15.2 mi away | 1819 Electric Road, Suite H, Roanoke, VA, 24018-1604 |
5405971550
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GLENVAR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 3917 DAUGHERTY ROAD, SALEM, VA, 24153 |
(540) 387-6163
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Paul Mitchell the School-Roanoke
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College Vocational | 16.9 mi away | 658 Brandon Ave SW Ste 210, Roanoke, VA, 24015 |
5403430153
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MELROSE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 2502 MELROSE AVE. NW SUITE D, ROANOKE, VA, 24017 |
(540) 853-2648
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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 ROANOKE 8 N, VA US, located 11.6 miles from Craig 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 | 46.2° | 24.8° | 35.5° | 3.30" | 2.8" |
| February | 49.3° | 26.6° | 37.9° | 2.73" | 4.8" |
| March | 57.8° | 33.2° | 45.5° | 3.78" | 1.0" |
| April | 68.2° | 42.1° | 55.2° | 3.98" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.6° | 51.3° | 63.5° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.2° | 60.0° | 71.1° | 5.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.1° | 64.0° | 75.1° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.9° | 62.9° | 73.9° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.8° | 56.4° | 67.6° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.7° | 44.7° | 56.7° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.9° | 34.1° | 46.0° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.7° | 28.5° | 38.6° | 3.33" | 2.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Castle town | Town | 3.5 mi | — |
| Glenvar CDP | CDP | 12.3 mi | — |
| Salem city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Daleville CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
| Hollins CDP | CDP | 12.6 mi | — |
| Troutville town | Town | 14.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5104591032. • 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.