Wise, Virginia
Wise: Place in Virginia
About
Wise is a city located in the county of Wise in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,286 and a population density of 415 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,885 inhabitants.
The city was created 152 years ago in 1873.
Quick Facts about Wise
| Population | 2,885 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | Wise County |
| Postal code | 24293 |
| Phone Area Codes | 276 |
| Area | 7.93 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.9759,-82.5757 |
| Altitude | 2,451 feet / 747 meters |
| Capital city | Wise is capital of Wise County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1874 (152 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:37:59 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 364 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -13.9% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 73℉ Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Wise is located at 36°58'33"N 82°34'33"W (36.9759300, -82.5757100).
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 73. West wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Wise decreased by 13.9% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,286 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,231 | -1.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,203 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,174 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,120 | -1.73% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,081 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,040 | -1.35% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,994 | -1.54% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,949 | -1.53% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,906 | -1.48% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,885 | -0.73% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Wise
1Wise County Historical Society
206 E Main St #250, Wise, VA 24293, United States View details
Phone: +12763286451
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Wise, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 233897 | The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Wise (VA) | 24293-4400 |
| 232788 | Mountain Empire Community College | Big Stone Gap (VA) | 24219 |
| 248192 | Jenny Lea Academy of Cosmetology | Whitesburg (KY) | 41858 |
| 157739 | Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College | Cumberland (KY) | 40823 |
| 156189 | Alice Lloyd College | Pippa Passes (KY) | 41844 |
Closest post offices linked to Wise.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| W Post Office | Wise (VA) | 24293 |
| Norton Post Office | Norton (VA) | 24273 |
| Coeburn Post Office | Coeburn (VA) | 24230 |
| Pound Post Office | Pound (VA) | 24279 |
| Dungannon Post Office | Dungannon (VA) | 24245 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Wise, Michigan township in Isabella County, Michigan with a population of 1,394 people.
Other cities in Wise County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wise County , VA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Big Stone Gap | 5,104 | Town of the United States |
| Coeburn | 1,835 | Town of the United States |
| Appalachia | 1,523 | Town in Virginia |
| Pound | 917 | Town in Virginia |
| Saint Paul | 847 | Town in Virginia |
Distance to Other Cities
Wise distances to largest Virginia cities