Fork Union district, Virginia
Fork Union district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Fork Union district is a geographic entity located in Fluvanna County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,186. The land area covers 120.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,186 | ±679 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs | ±8.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,020 | ±300 | 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 | 2,464 | ±302 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,020 | ±300 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 444 | ±211 |
| Median Home Value | $253,900 | ±$44,433 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,548 | ±$823 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $70,682 | ±$13,392 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,272 | ±$4,256 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 452 | ±235 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.3% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,593 | ±515 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.6% | ±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: 28,746 (2024)
ID: 176679
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNER
PO BOX 540, PALMYRA VA 22963-1001
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | N | Palmyra, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Goochland, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Fork Union, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Palmyra, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Palmyra, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-07 | Palmyra, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Charlottesville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisa, 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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Piedmont Virginia Community College
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College | 18.9 mi away | 501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA, 22902-7589 |
4349773900
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FLUVANNA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 214 COMMONS BLVD., PALMYRA, VA, 22963 |
(434) 589-1400
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University of Virginia-Main Campus
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College | 21.1 mi away | 1827 University Avenue, Charlottesville, VA, 22903-2628 |
4349240311
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SCOTTSVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 330 BIRD STREET, SCOTTSVILLE, VA, 24590 |
(434) 286-3541
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CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 201 EAST MARKET ST., CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22902 |
(434) 979-7151
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BUCKINGHAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 16266 N JAMES MADISON HWY, DILLWYN, VA, 23936 |
(434) 983-3848
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 1539 ANDERSON HIGHWAY, CUMBERLAND, VA, 23040 |
(804) 492-5807
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GORDON AVENUE LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 1500 GORDON AVENUE, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22903 |
(434) 296-5544
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GOOCHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 3075 RIVER ROAD WEST, GOOCHLAND, VA, 23063 |
(804) 556-4774
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JEFFERSON-MADISON BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 705 W. RIO RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22901 |
(434) 979-7893
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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 PALMYRA 3S, VA US, located 1.7 miles from Fork Union district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.5° | 24.6° | 35.1° | 3.08" | 3.7" |
| February | 49.3° | 25.6° | 37.4° | 2.83" | 4.7" |
| March | 57.2° | 31.7° | 44.4° | 3.79" | 1.8" |
| April | 68.1° | 41.0° | 54.6° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.0° | 51.3° | 63.2° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.4° | 60.6° | 71.5° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.2° | 65.3° | 75.7° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.9° | 63.7° | 74.3° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.4° | 56.5° | 67.4° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.4° | 43.7° | 56.0° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.0° | 33.4° | 45.7° | 3.38" | 0.1" |
| December | 48.9° | 27.5° | 38.2° | 3.62" | 2.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmyra CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Columbia CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Lake Monticello CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Scottsville town | Town | 11.8 mi | — |
| Rivanna CDP | CDP | 15.3 mi | — |
| Keswick CDP | CDP | 16.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5106593607. • 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.