Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke: The most populous city in Roanoke County, Virginia. It is located on the Roanoke River in southwestern Virginia. Roanoke is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Roanoke Museum of Art and the Taubman Museum of Art.
About
Roanoke is a city located in the county of City of Roanoke in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 97,032 and a population density of 874 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 99,058 inhabitants.
The city was created 171 years ago in 1851.
Roanoke is an independent city located in the heart of southwest Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. As of 2019, Roanoke had a population of around 99,572 residents.
History
The Roanoke area was first settled in the mid-1700s. The town of Big Lick emerged as a stop along the Great Wagon Road.
The arrival of the railroad in 1852 helped establish Roanoke as a commercial hub. Roanoke was formally incorporated in 1884.
Major industries in early Roanoke included railroads and manufacturing. Today, healthcare is a top employer.
Attractions
Popular attractions in Roanoke include:
- Mill Mountain with the iconic Roanoke Star overlooking the city
- Taubman Museum of Art - Modern art museum with regional and global exhibits
- Roanoke Pinball Museum - Playable pinball collection dating back to the 1950s
- Roanoke Riverwalk - Paved greenway along the river with pedestrian bridges
- Farmers Market - Historic open-air market featuring fresh produce, crafts and restaurants
Living in Roanoke
Roanoke provides a balanced mix of urban amenities and outdoor recreation. The cost of living is lower than national averages.
Top school districts include Roanoke City Public Schools and Roanoke County Public Schools. Upscale neighborhoods include Cave Spring and Hollins.
Outdoor activities include hiking on the Appalachian Trail and nearby Mountain Lake. Sports fans enjoy the minor league baseball Salem Red Sox.
Roanoke offers culture, cuisine, and community surrounded by natural beauty.
Quick Facts about Roanoke
| Population : | 99,058 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Virginia (United States) |
| County : | City of Roanoke |
| Different from : | Roanoke County |
| Phone Area Codes : | 540 |
| Area : | 111.02 km2 |
| Named for : | Roanoke River |
| Altitude : | 935 feet / 285 meters |
| Capital city : | Roanoke is capital of Roanoke County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1852 (171 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 02:26:35 (7th December 2023) |
| Postal code : | 24011 |
| Density : | 892 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 2.05% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Roanoke is located at 37°16'15"N 79°56'29"W (37.2709700, -79.9414300). It has 2 neighbors: Salem and Roanoke County.
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- Official Website
Official website of Roanoke
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Roanoke has 2 neighbours.
- Salem City in Page County, Virginia, United States
- Roanoke County county in Virginia, United States
Demographics
The population of Roanoke increased by 2.05% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 97,032 | - | census |
| 2011 | 96,782 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 98,011 | 1.25% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 98,849 | 0.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 99,427 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 99,669 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 99,337 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 98,986 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 99,009 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 99,143 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 99,058 | -0.09% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Roanoke
1 Mill Mountain Star
2000 J B Fishburn Pkwy, Roanoke, VA 24014, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Mill Mountain Park
2198 Mill Mountain Spur, Roanoke, VA 24014, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Elmwood Park
706 S Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24011, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Virginia Museum of Transportation
303 Norfolk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Explore Park
56 Roanoke River Pkwy, Roanoke, VA 24014, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where ot Eat in Roanoke
1 Mellow Mushroom Roanoke
2239 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint Roanoke
210 B Market St SE, Roanoke, VA 24011, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 MISSION BBQ
2229 Colonial Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Chuck E. Cheese
4059 Electric Rd, Roanoke, VA 24014, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Hardee's
605 9th St SE, Roanoke, VA 24013, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where to Stay in Roanoke
1 Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
7860 Plantation Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Ramada by Wyndham Roanoke
1927 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
27 Church Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24011, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Days Inn by Wyndham Roanoke Civic Center
601 Orange Ave NE, Roanoke, VA 24016, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Econo Lodge Civic Center
308 Orange Ave NE, Roanoke, VA 24016, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Roanoke
1 Roanoke Trash Collection
1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012 ➦ Show Map
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2 City of Roanoke Municipal Building
215 Church Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011 ➦ Show Map
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3 Agriculture & Consumer Services
2943 Peters Creek Rd #E, Roanoke, VA 24019, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 US Agricultural Department
36 Executive Cir, Roanoke, VA 24012, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Roanoke Human Resources Department
215 Church Ave SW # 207, Roanoke, VA 24011 ➦ Show Map
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6 Roanoke City Council
215 Church Ave SW # 456, Roanoke, VA 24011 ➦ Show Map
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7 Roanoke City Business Licenses
215 Church Ave SW # 251, Roanoke, VA 24011 ➦ Show Map
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8 Roanoke City Clerk's Office
215 Church Ave SW # 456, Roanoke, VA 24011 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Roanoke (163)
People born in Roanoke, including astrophysicist and cosmologist John C. Mather, businessman, politician and diplomat Nicholas F. Taubman, politician Clifton A. Woodrum, .
List
- Lynn Bari (American actress (1913-1989)) she was born in 18/12/1913
- Tyler Lumsden (American baseball player) he was born in 09/05/1983
- Henry L. Roediger III (American psychologist) he was born in 24/07/1947
- Tiki Barber (American football player, running back) he was born in 07/04/1975
- J. R. Reynolds (American basketball player) he was born in 09/05/1984
- James Hylton (American stock car racing driver) he was born in 26/08/1934
- John Payne (American actor) he was born in 28/05/1912
- Tony Atlas (American professional wrestler, bodybuilder, and powerlifter) he was born in 23/04/1954
- Tabitha Smith (superhero in Marvel Universe)
- Eric Weinrich (American ice hockey player) he was born in 19/12/1966
- W. Graham Claytor, Jr. (American government official (1912-1994)) he was born in 14/03/1912
- Don Pullen (American jazz pianist and organist) he was born in 25/12/1941
- Edward Smith Craighill Handy (American ethnologist) he was born in 22/09/1892
- Frank Shaughnessy, Jr. (Canadian/American ice hockey player) he was born in 21/06/1911
- Eustace Mullins (American antisemitic populist writer, biographer, and Holocaust denier) he was born in 09/03/1923
- Louis A. Johnson (American politician (1891-1966)) he was born in 10/01/1891
- Ronde Barber (American football player, defensive back) he was born in 07/04/1975
- Henry H. Fowler (American lawyer and politician (1908-2000)) he was born in 05/09/1908
Schools in Roanoke
College & universities near Roanoke, VA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 231837 | Radford University-Carilion | Roanoke (VA) | 24013 |
| 231280 | Paul Mitchell the School-Roanoke | Roanoke (VA) | 24015 |
| 459082 | Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University | Roanoke (VA) | 24016-4950 |
| 233949 | Virginia Western Community College | Roanoke (VA) | 24015 |
| 232797 | American National University | Salem (VA) | 24153 |
Stations (9)
Amtrak & bus stations near Roanoke, VA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RNK | Roanoke | 710 Williamson Road NE | BUS |
| BLK | Blacksburg, VA | 291 Alumni Mall -- Transit Concourse | BUS |
| CLF | Clifton Forge | 400 Ridgeway Street | RAIL |
| WSS | White Sulphur Springs | 315 West Main Street | RAIL |
| LYH | Kemper Street station | 825 Kemper St | RAIL |
Post offices near Roanoke
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Roanok Post Office | Roanoke (VA) | 24011 |
| Roanok Post Office | Roanoke (VA) | 24022 |
| Roanoke Carrier Annex Post Office | Roanoke (VA) | 24012 |
| South Roanok Post Office | Roanoke (VA) | 24014 |
| Grandin Road Post Office | Roanoke (VA) | 24015 |
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Other cities in City of Roanoke
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in City of Roanoke , VA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Bluff | 998 | Town in Virginia |
Distance to Other Cities
Roanoke distances to largest Virginia cities
