Accomac, Virginia
Accomac: town in Accomack County, Virginia, United States
About
Accomac is a town located in the county of Accomack in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 519 and a population density of 490 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 482 inhabitants.
The town was created 240 years ago in 1785.
Quick Facts about Accomac
| Population | 482 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | Accomack County |
| Different from | Accomac |
| Postal code | 23301 |
| Phone Area Codes | 757 |
| Area | 1.06 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.7196,-75.6655 |
| Altitude | 39 feet / 12 meters |
| Capital city | Accomac is capital of Accomack County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1786 (240 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 21:57:27 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 455 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.68% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Accomac is located at 37°43'10"N 75°39'56"W (37.7195700, -75.6654800).
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Weather
A chance of rain showers between noon and 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Southwest wind 7 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Accomac decreased by 7.68% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 519 | - | census |
| 2011 | 508 | -2.17% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 508 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 497 | -2.21% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 496 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 501 | 1% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 494 | -1.42% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 495 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 488 | -1.43% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 485 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 482 | -0.62% | estimation process |
People born in Accomac (4)
People born in Accomac, including United States Congressman and governor of Virginia Henry A. Wise, United States general Thomas H. Bayly, politician Thomas H. B. Browne, .
More notable people
- Edward Southey Joynes (American scholar) he was born in 01/01/1834
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Accomac, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 232052 | Eastern Shore Community College | Melfa (VA) | 23410 |
Nearby Transit Stations (9)
Rail and bus stations connected to Accomac, VA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLY | Salisbury, Maryland | 350 Cypress St. | BUS |
| SLS | Salisbury (BayRunner Shuttle), Maryland | 547E Riverside Drive | BUS |
| OCM | Ocean City, MD | 12848 Ocean Gateway | BUS |
| OCP | Ocean Pines, MD | 11011 Manklin Creek Road | BUS |
| CDE | Cambridge, Maryland | 100 Heron Boulevard | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Accomac.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Accoma Post Office | Accomac (VA) | 23301 |
Other cities in Accomack County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Accomack County , VA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Chincoteague | 2,866 | Town of the United States |
| Onancock | 1,205 | Town of the United States |
| Parksley | 805 | Town of the United States |
| Tangier | 700 | Town of the United States |
| Belle Haven | 500 | Town in Accomack County, Virginia, USA |
| Onley | 499 | Town of the United States |
| Melfa | 386 | Town in Virginia, United States |
| Bloxom | 366 | Town of the United States |
| Saxis | 230 | Town in Virginia |
| Wachapreague | 221 | Town of the United States |
| Painter | 219 | Town in Accomack County, Virginia, United States |
| Hallwood | 199 | Town of the United States |
| Keller | 169 | Virginia |