Roanoke city, Virginia
Roanoke city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Roanoke city is a geographic entity located in Roanoke city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 98,355. The land area covers 42.52 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98,355 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±0.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 43,575 | ±640 | 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 | 49,106 | ±50 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 43,575 | ±640 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,531 | ±646 |
| Median Home Value | $190,500 | ±$6,503 |
| Median Gross Rent | $996 | ±$30 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,378 | ±$2,433 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,576 | ±$1,910 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.3% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 17,729 | ±1,653 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 45,699 | ±1,217 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±1.5% |
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 Roanoke | 06-08 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Alternative School Roanoke | N | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Roanoke | PK-05 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Roanoke | PK-05 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Roanoke | 06-08 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Roanoke | PK-05 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Roanoke | PK-05 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Roanoke | 09-12 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Roanoke | 06-08 | Roanoke, VA | |
| Regular School Roanoke | PK-05 | Roanoke, 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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CARILION MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1906 BELLEVIEW AVENUE, SE, ROANOKE, VA, 24014 |
(540) 981-7000
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Paul Mitchell the School-Roanoke
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College Vocational | 1.6 mi away | 658 Brandon Ave SW Ste 210, Roanoke, VA, 24015 |
5403430153
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GAINSBORO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 15 PATTON AVENUE, NW, ROANOKE, VA, 24016 |
(540) 853-2540
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Virginia Western Community College
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College | 2.5 mi away | 3094 Colonial Ave, Roanoke, VA, 24015 |
5408578922
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ROANOKE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 706 S. JEFFERSON STREET, ROANOKE, VA, 24016 |
(540) 853-6417
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Galen Health Institutes-Roanoke
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College | 4.8 mi away | 1819 Electric Road, Suite H, Roanoke, VA, 24018-1604 |
5405971550
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ROANOKE LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 706 S JEFFERSON ST, ROANOKE, VA, 24016 |
(540) 853-2268
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Hollins University
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College | 5.3 mi away | 7916 Williamson Rd NW, Roanoke, VA, 24020 |
5403626000
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MELROSE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 2502 MELROSE AVE. NW SUITE D, ROANOKE, VA, 24017 |
(540) 853-2648
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American National University
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College | 3.9 mi away | 1813 East Main Street, Salem, VA, 24153 |
5409861800
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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 ROANOKE RGNL AP, VA US, located 2.8 miles from Roanoke city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.1° | 28.7° | 37.9° | 3.17" | 4.3" |
| February | 50.8° | 30.8° | 40.8° | 2.89" | 4.8" |
| March | 59.0° | 37.6° | 48.3° | 3.51" | 2.3" |
| April | 69.7° | 46.3° | 58.0° | 3.49" | 0.1" |
| May | 77.2° | 55.0° | 66.1° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.4° | 63.2° | 73.8° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.1° | 67.4° | 77.8° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.5° | 66.0° | 76.2° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.0° | 59.1° | 69.6° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.1° | 47.8° | 58.9° | 2.96" | 0.0" |
| November | 59.0° | 37.7° | 48.4° | 3.04" | 0.1" |
| December | 50.0° | 31.8° | 40.9° | 3.08" | 3.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Vinton town | Town | 3.9 mi | — |
| Cave Spring CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Hollins CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Salem city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Cloverdale CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5177095363. • 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.