Gate City, Virginia
Gate City: town in Virginia
About
Gate City is a town located in the county of Scott in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,034 and a population density of 199 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,867 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Gate City
| Population | 1,867 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | Scott County |
| Postal code | 24251 |
| Phone Area Codes | 276 |
| Area | 10.2 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.6379,-82.5810 |
| Altitude | 1,339 feet / 408 meters |
| Capital city | Gate City is capital of Scott County |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 18:04:09 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 183 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.94% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Gate City is located at 36°38'16"N 82°34'52"W (36.6378800, -82.5809900).
Gate City map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 0 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Gate City decreased by 8.94% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,034 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,030 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,021 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,000 | -1.05% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,974 | -1.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,947 | -1.39% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,922 | -1.3% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,904 | -0.95% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,880 | -1.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,869 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,867 | -0.11% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Gate City
1Creation Kingdom Zoo
1692 Snowflake Rd, Gate City, VA 24251, United States View details
Phone: +12764791910 | Website available
2Grogan Park
203-213 Park Dr, Gate City, VA 24251, United States View details
Phone: +12763863831 | Website available
3Scott County Historical Society
137 E Jackson St, Gate City, VA 24251, United States View details
4Gate City Suspension Bridge
Gate City, VA 24251, United States View details
People born in Gate City (5)
People born in Gate City, including politician Fayette McMullen, physician Bayard Taylor Horton, politician Charles S. Pendleton, .
More notable people
- Mac McClung (American basketball player) he was born in 06/01/2000
- Ford C. Quillen he was born in 21/09/1938
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Gate City, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221908 | Northeast State Community College | Blountville (TN) | 37617-0246 |
| 232788 | Mountain Empire Community College | Big Stone Gap (VA) | 24219 |
| 484358 | Ross Medical Education Center-Johnson City | Johnson City (TN) | 37601-1526 |
| 233897 | The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Wise (VA) | 24293-4400 |
| 220516 | King University | Bristol (TN) | 37620-2699 |
Closest post offices linked to Gate City.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Gate City Post Office | Gate City (VA) | 24251 |
Other cities in Scott County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Scott County , VA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Weber City | 1,262 | Town of the United States |
| Nickelsville | 362 | Town of the United States |
| Dungannon | 299 | Town in Scott County, Virginia, United States |
| Duffield | 83 | Town of the United States |
| Clinchport | 65 | Town of the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Gate City distances to largest Virginia cities