Buchanan, Virginia
Buchanan: town in Virginia, United States
About
Buchanan is a town located in the county of Botetourt in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,178 and a population density of 205 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,182 inhabitants.
The town was created 194 years ago in 1831.
Quick Facts about Buchanan
| Population | 1,182 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | Botetourt County |
| Different from | Buchanan County |
| Postal code | 24066 |
| Phone Area Codes | 540 |
| Area | 5.76 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.5274,-79.6798 |
| Altitude | 850 feet / 259 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1832 (194 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 01:05:09 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 205 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.34% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 92℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Buchanan is located at 37°31'38"N 79°40'47"W (37.5273600, -79.6797600).
Buchanan map
Official website of Buchanan
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Buchanan increased by 0.34% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,178 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,167 | -0.94% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,171 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,164 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,166 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,176 | 0.85% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,169 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,172 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,173 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,174 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,182 | 0.68% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Buchanan
1Apple Orchard Falls Trailhead
Blue Ridge Pkwy, Buchanan, VA 24066, United States View details
Website available
Services and Civic Places in Buchanan
1Town of Buchanan
19753 Main St, Buchanan, VA 24066 View details
Phone: +15402541212 | Website available
2Buchanan City Hall
19753 Lee Hwy, Buchanan, VA 24066 View details
Phone: +15402541212 | Website available
People born in Buchanan (4)
People born in Buchanan, including novelist and women's rights advocate Mary Johnston, businessman and philanthropist John J. Albright, artist Benjamin H. Frayser, .
More notable people
- Matthew Ramsey he was born in 21/10/1977
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Buchanan, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 232308 | Hollins University | Roanoke (VA) | 24020 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to Buchanan, VA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLF | Clifton Forge | 400 Ridgeway Street | RAIL |
| RNK | Roanoke | 710 Williamson Road NE | BUS |
| LYH | Kemper Street station | 825 Kemper St | RAIL |
| WSS | White Sulphur Springs | 315 West Main Street | RAIL |
| BLK | Blacksburg, VA | 291 Alumni Mall -- Transit Concourse | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Buchanan.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Buchanan Post Office | Buchanan (VA) | 24066 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Buchanan, Michigan city in Berrien County, Michigan, United Staes with a population of 3,527 people.
- Buchanan, New York town with a population of 2,215 people.
- Buchanan, Georgia county seat in Haralson County, Georgia, USA with a population of 1,196 people.
- Buchanan, North Dakota human settlement in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States of America with a population of 95 people.
Other cities in Botetourt County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Botetourt County , VA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge | 3,084 | County seat in Fannin County, Georgia, USA |
| Laymantown | 1,979 | Census designated place |
| Troutville | 430 | Town of the United States |
| Fincastle | 341 | Town in Virginia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Buchanan distances to largest Virginia cities