Virginia, Minnesota is a small town located in the northeastern part of the state with a population of 8,444 and a population density of 442 people per square mile. It is well known for its year-round outdoor activities which include fishing, hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, camping and more. There are many local businesses along the main street such as specialty shops, restaurants and cafés. For those looking to expand their knowledge, various organizations like the Virginia Area Historical Society provide access to displays and artifacts from Virginia's past. The Ironman Mesabi Bike Race is an annual event that takes place each September in Virginia where athletes compete on a course full of hills and curves. Local sporting events are also very popular; baseball games at the municipal field during summer evenings can draw in thousands of spectators. No matter what your interests may be there is something for everyone in Virginia.
The population in Virginia is 8,444. There are 450 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Virginia is 44.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Virginia is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Virginia
- 37.8% are married
- 15.9% are divorced
- 19.5% are married with children
- 29.0% have children, but are single
Race in Virginia
- 90.0% are White
- 0.4% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 5.4% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander