Eastern district, Virginia
Eastern district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Eastern district is a geographic entity located in Tazewell County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,072. The land area covers 43.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,072 | ±559 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,563 | ±331 | 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 | 4,028 | ±312 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,563 | ±331 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 465 | ±182 |
| Median Home Value | $137,600 | ±$19,636 |
| Median Gross Rent | $869 | ±$76 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,035 | ±$12,024 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,641 | ±$4,936 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.2% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,247 | ±370 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,580 | ±436 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.1% | ±2.8% |
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: 38,875 (2024)
ID: 176702
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
108 E MAIN ST, TAZEWELL VA 24651-1026
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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 | Bluefield, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bland, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Rocky Gap, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Princeton, WV |
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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Bluefield University
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College | 5.5 mi away | 3000 College Avenue, Bluefield, VA, 24605 |
2763263682
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TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY -- BLUEFIELD BRANCH
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 108 HUFFARD DRIVE, BLUEFIELD, VA, 24605 |
(276) 326-1577
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Bluefield State University
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College | 6.6 mi away | 219 Rock Street, Bluefield, WV, 24701-2198 |
3043274000
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TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY – POCAHONTAS BRANCH
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 179 CENTRE STREET, POCAHONTAS, VA, 24635 |
(276) 288-6138
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Mercer County Technical Education Center
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College | 16.4 mi away | 1397 Stafford Dr, Princeton, WV, 24740 |
3044259551
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CRAFT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 600 COMMERCE STREET, BLUEFIELD, WV, 24701 |
(304) 325-3943
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Wytheville Community College
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College | 22.6 mi away | 1000 E Main Street, Wytheville, VA, 24382-3308 |
2762234700
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CRAFT MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 600 COMMERCE STREET, BLUEFIELD, WV, 24701 |
(304) 325-3943
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Concord University
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College | 23.4 mi away | 1000 Vermillion Street, Athens, WV, 24712 |
8883446679
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TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY -- MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 129 MAIN STREET, TAZEWELL, VA, 24651 |
(276) 988-2541
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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 BLUEFIELD, WV US, located 6.8 miles from Eastern district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.2° | 21.7° | 30.9° | 3.51" | 9.9" |
| February | 44.3° | 24.1° | 34.2° | 3.35" | 9.9" |
| March | 52.9° | 29.9° | 41.4° | 4.46" | 7.5" |
| April | 64.8° | 38.4° | 51.6° | 4.06" | 1.4" |
| May | 72.1° | 47.6° | 59.9° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.4° | 55.5° | 67.0° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.0° | 59.6° | 70.3° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.2° | 58.7° | 69.5° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.7° | 52.8° | 64.3° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.1° | 40.6° | 52.4° | 2.90" | 0.6" |
| November | 52.8° | 30.3° | 41.5° | 2.98" | 1.7" |
| December | 43.6° | 25.8° | 34.7° | 3.76" | 8.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springville CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Bluefield town | Town | 3.8 mi | — |
| Falls Mills CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Boissevain CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Pocahontas town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
| Abbs Valley CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5118593439. • 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.