District 2, Virginia
District 2 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 2 is a geographic entity located in Bedford County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,596. The land area covers 205.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,596 | ±856 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 56.5 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,845 | ±384 | 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 | 7,087 | ±436 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,845 | ±384 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,242 | ±271 |
| Median Home Value | $303,400 | ±$43,589 |
| Median Gross Rent | $895 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,400 | ±$6,166 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,729 | ±$3,510 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 886 | ±233 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.9% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,173 | ±477 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.7% | ±3.5% |
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: 82,182 (2024)
ID: 205568
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
122 E MAIN ST, STE 202, BEDFORD VA 24523-2000
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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 | Altavista, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Altavista, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Bedford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Bedford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Bedford, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Wirtz, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Forest, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Forest, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Glade Hill, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Goodview, 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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Liberty University
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College | 23.2 mi away | 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA, 24515 |
4345822000
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MONETA LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 13641 MONETA ROAD, MONETA, VA, 24121 |
(540) 425-7004
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Central Virginia Community College
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College | 23.5 mi away | 3506 Wards Rd, Lynchburg, VA, 24502-2498 |
4348327600
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WESTLAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 84 WESTLAKE RD., HARDY, VA, 24101 |
(540) 483-3098
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Paul Mitchell the School-Roanoke
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College Vocational | 23.9 mi away | 658 Brandon Ave SW Ste 210, Roanoke, VA, 24015 |
5403430153
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BEDFORD CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 321 NORTH BRIDGE STREET, BEDFORD, VA, 24523 |
(540) 586-8911
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Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy
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College Vocational | 24.3 mi away | 3700 Candlers Mountain Road Unit 68, Lynchburg, VA, 24502 |
43438577222652
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STAUNTON RIVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 500 WASHINGTON ST., ALTAVISTA, VA, 24517 |
(434) 369-5140
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Virginia Western Community College
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College | 24.6 mi away | 3094 Colonial Ave, Roanoke, VA, 24015 |
5408578922
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STEWARTSVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 45 CASCADE DRIVE, VINTON, VA, 24179 |
(540) 425-7008
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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 BEDFORD, VA US, located 11.6 miles from District 2. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.9° | 27.8° | 37.3° | 3.62" | — |
| February | 49.9° | 28.5° | 39.2° | 3.01" | — |
| March | 58.1° | 36.0° | 47.1° | 3.45" | — |
| April | 69.7° | 45.1° | 57.4° | 3.85" | — |
| May | 74.7° | 53.8° | 64.3° | 4.60" | — |
| June | 82.4° | 61.8° | 72.1° | 4.71" | — |
| July | 86.4° | 66.7° | 76.5° | 4.29" | — |
| August | 85.2° | 64.7° | 74.9° | 3.81" | — |
| September | 78.9° | 58.6° | 68.7° | 4.37" | — |
| October | 68.7° | 46.2° | 57.5° | 3.59" | — |
| November | 58.8° | 37.3° | 48.1° | 3.27" | — |
| December | 49.5° | 31.3° | 40.4° | 3.74" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneta CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| North Shore CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Westlake Corner CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Bedford town | Town | 12.0 mi | — |
| Motley CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
| Union Hall CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5101991359. • 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.