Radford city, Virginia
Radford city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Radford city is a geographic entity located in Radford city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,726. The land area covers 9.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,726 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 23.3 yrs | ±0.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,540 | ±249 | 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 | 6,459 | ±35 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,540 | ±249 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 919 | ±241 |
| Median Home Value | $220,700 | ±$21,395 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,033 | ±$106 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,348 | ±$6,243 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,815 | ±$2,778 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.7% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,904 | ±586 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.1% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,258 | ±544 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.4% | ±2.3% |
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 Radford | 03-06 | Radford, VA | |
| Regular School Radford | PK-05 | Radford, VA | |
| Regular School Radford | KG-07 | Radford, VA | |
| Regular School Radford | 07-08 | Radford, VA | |
| Regular School Radford | PK-02 | Radford, VA | |
| Regular School Radford | KG-12 | Radford, VA | |
| Regular School Radford | 09-12 | Radford, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Christiansburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Riner, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Riner, 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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Radford University
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College | 1.3 mi away | 801 East Main St., Radford, VA, 24142 |
5408315000
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RADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 30 WEST MAIN ST., RADFORD, VA, 24141 |
(540) 731-3621
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New River Community College
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College | 7.6 mi away | 5251 College Drive, Dublin, VA, 24084-3660 |
5406743600
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CHARLES & ONA B. FREE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 300 GILES AVENUE, DUBLIN, VA, 24084 |
(540) 674-2856
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Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 10.1 mi away | 2265 Kraft Drive, Blacksburg, VA, 24060 |
5402314000
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CHRISTIANSBURG LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 125 SHELTMAN STREET, CHRISTIANSBURG, VA, 24073 |
(540) 382-6965
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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College | 10.6 mi away | 210 Burruss Hall, 800 Drillfield Dr., Blacksburg, VA, 24061-0131 |
5402316994
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MONTGOMERY FLOYD MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 125 SHELTMAN STREET, CHRISTIANSBURG, VA, 24073 |
(540) 382-6965
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BLACKSBURG LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 200 MILLER STREET, BLACKSBURG, VA, 24060 |
(540) 552-8246
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PULASKI COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 60 WEST THIRD STREET, PULASKI, VA, 24301 |
(540) 980-7770
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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 RADFORD 3 N, VA US, located 5.8 miles from Radford city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.4° | 22.5° | 32.5° | 3.17" | — |
| February | 46.4° | 25.3° | 35.8° | 2.68" | — |
| March | 54.1° | 31.3° | 42.7° | 3.64" | — |
| April | 65.2° | 40.1° | 52.6° | 3.66" | — |
| May | 72.7° | 48.7° | 60.7° | 4.50" | — |
| June | 80.3° | 57.2° | 68.8° | 3.94" | — |
| July | 83.6° | 61.3° | 72.5° | 4.19" | — |
| August | 82.5° | 60.1° | 71.3° | 3.68" | — |
| September | 76.7° | 53.6° | 65.1° | 3.58" | — |
| October | 66.6° | 40.9° | 53.8° | 2.94" | — |
| November | 55.1° | 31.6° | 43.3° | 2.81" | — |
| December | 45.9° | 26.7° | 36.3° | 3.32" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radford city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Fairlawn CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| New River CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Plum Creek CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Belview CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Belspring CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5175095211. • 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.