Lynchburg city, Virginia
Lynchburg city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Lynchburg city is a geographic entity located in Lynchburg city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 79,497. The land area covers 48.92 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79,497 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.6 yrs | ±0.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 28,701 | ±574 | 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 | 34,208 | ±92 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 28,701 | ±574 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,507 | ±575 |
| Median Home Value | $229,800 | ±$7,235 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,073 | ±$29 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,947 | ±$3,396 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,937 | ±$1,184 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12,787 | ±1,124 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 36,335 | ±956 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.4% | ±0.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Lynchburg | PK-05 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Lynchburg | PK-05 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Lynchburg | 09-12 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Lynchburg | 06-08 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Alternative School Lynchburg | N | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Lynchburg | N | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Lynchburg | PK-05 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Lynchburg | 09-12 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Lynchburg | PK-05 | Lynchburg, VA | |
| Regular School Lynchburg | 09-12 | Lynchburg, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CENTRA HEALTH - LYNCHBURG GEN HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 1901 TATE SPRINGS ROAD, LYNCHBURG, VA, 24501 |
(434) 200-4789
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University of Lynchburg
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College | 0.8 mi away | 1501 Lakeside Dr, Lynchburg, VA, 24501-3113 |
4345448100
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LYNCHBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 2315 MEMORIAL AVENUE, LYNCHBURG, VA, 24501 |
(434) 455-6300
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Centra College
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College | 1.2 mi away | 905 Lakeside Dr., Suite A, Lynchburg, VA, 24501 |
4342003070
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LYNCHBURG PUBLIC DOWNTOWN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 900 CHURCH STREET, LYNCHBURG, VA, 24504 |
(434) 455-3820
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Virginia University of Lynchburg
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College | 2.4 mi away | 2058 Garfield Ave, Lynchburg, VA, 24501 |
4345285276
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TIMBROOK LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 18891 LEESVILLE RD, LYNCHBURG, VA, 24501 |
(434) 592-9551
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Central Virginia Community College
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College | 2.9 mi away | 3506 Wards Rd, Lynchburg, VA, 24502-2498 |
4348327600
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MADISON HEIGHTS LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 200 RIVER JAMES SHOPPING CENTER, MADISON HEIGHTS, VA, 24572 |
(434) 946-9488
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Randolph College
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College | 2.9 mi away | 2500 Rivermont Ave, Lynchburg, VA, 24503-1555 |
4349478000
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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 LYNCHBURG #2, VA US, located 2.4 miles from Lynchburg city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.4° | 24.5° | 35.5° | 3.38" | 3.8" |
| February | 49.7° | 26.3° | 38.0° | 2.85" | 4.2" |
| March | 58.0° | 32.5° | 45.2° | 3.66" | 1.6" |
| April | 68.0° | 41.3° | 54.6° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.8° | 51.4° | 63.1° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.0° | 59.9° | 71.0° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.3° | 64.5° | 74.9° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.9° | 63.2° | 73.5° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.8° | 56.1° | 66.9° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.8° | 43.6° | 56.2° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.8° | 32.6° | 45.7° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| December | 49.1° | 27.6° | 38.3° | 3.76" | 2.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Forest CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Madison Heights CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Timberlake CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Rustburg CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Concord CDP | CDP | 12.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5168094403. • 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.