Horsepasture district, Virginia
Horsepasture district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Horsepasture district is a geographic entity located in Henry County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,621. The land area covers 82.20 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,621 | ±727 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.3 yrs | ±4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,313 | ±299 | 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 | 4,013 | ±339 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,313 | ±299 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 700 | ±204 |
| Median Home Value | $122,000 | ±$16,484 |
| Median Gross Rent | $864 | ±$133 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,331 | ±$7,041 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,990 | ±$3,740 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.6% | ±7.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,428 | ±555 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,835 | ±411 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.6% | ±6.2% |
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: 49,385 (2024)
ID: 209684
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEP DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
PO BOX 7, COLLINSVILLE VA 24078-0007
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Martinsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Axton, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bassett, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Collinsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bassett, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Martinsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mayodan, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ridgeway, 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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Patrick & Henry Community College
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College | 10.0 mi away | 645 Patriot Avenue, Martinsville, VA, 24112 |
2766560200
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COLLINSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 2540 VIRGINIA AVENUE, COLLINSVILLE, VA, 24078 |
(276) 647-1112
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Rockingham Community College
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College | 20.6 mi away | 215 Wrenn Memorial Road, Wentworth, NC, 27375 |
3363424261
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MARTINSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 310 E. CHURCH STREET, MARTINSVILLE, VA, 24112 |
(276) 403-5430
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Ferrum College
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College | 20.9 mi away | 215 Ferrum Mountain Road, Ferrum, VA, 24088-9000 |
5403652121
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RIDGEWAY BRANCH
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 900 VISTA VIEW LANE, RIDGEWAY, VA, 24148 |
(276) 956-1828
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BASSETT BRANCH
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 3969 FAIRYSTONE PARK HIGHWAY, BASSETT, VA, 24055 |
(276) 629-2426
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STONEVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 201 E MAIN ST, STONEVILLE, NC, 27048 |
(336) 573-9040
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ROCKINGHAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 527 BOONE RD, EDEN, NC, 27288 |
(336) 627-1106
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MADISON-MAYODAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 611 BURTON ST, MADISON, NC, 27025 |
(336) 548-6553
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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 MARTINSVILLE FLTR PLT, VA US, located 8.5 miles from Horsepasture district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.4° | 23.8° | 36.1° | 3.83" | 3.3" |
| February | 52.2° | 25.5° | 38.9° | 3.04" | 2.4" |
| March | 60.3° | 31.6° | 45.9° | 4.08" | 1.7" |
| April | 70.8° | 40.4° | 55.6° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.7° | 50.3° | 64.0° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.7° | 59.2° | 72.0° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.0° | 64.0° | 76.0° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.9° | 62.6° | 74.2° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.8° | 55.5° | 67.6° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.7° | 42.8° | 56.7° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.3° | 31.7° | 46.0° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| December | 51.1° | 26.3° | 38.7° | 3.72" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Pasture CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Fieldale CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Villa Heights CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Ridgeway town | Town | 7.7 mi | — |
| Collinsville CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Martinsville city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5108993919. • 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.