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Blacksburg, VA is a small yet vibrant town located in Montgomery County, Virginia. With a population of 44,385 people and a population density of 2,235 per square mile, it offers an ideal blend of urban amenities and rural charm.
The town features many local businesses such as The Blacksburg Tap House which serves up craft beer and great food; Harper's Table which features delectable American fare; and the Lyric Theatre which shows independent films from around the world. There are also several outdoor activities year-round to enjoy including hiking at the Huckleberry Trail or golfing at the Glenrochie Country Club. Other organizations in town include volunteer opportunities with Relay for Life and mentorship programs at the Boys & Girls Club. Sports fans will also be pleased to know that there is an annual football game between Virginia Tech and University of Virginia held in Blacksburg each year.

The population in Blacksburg is 44,385. There are 2,250 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Blacksburg is 21.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Blacksburg is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in Blacksburg
- 21.1% are married
- 2.9% are divorced
- 38.8% are married with children
- 9.7% have children, but are single
Race in Blacksburg

- 75.1% are White
- 4.7% are Black
- 12.2% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.7% claim Other
- 4.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

   Estimated Total Population by Age

  PeopleBlacksburg, VirginiaUnited States
  44,385.0329,725,481.0
  45.5%50.5%
  54.5%49.5%
  21.938.4
 
  44,395.0326,569,308.0
  42,580.0309,327,143.0
  39,573.0285,036,114.0
  34,590.0251,960,433.0
  11.4%15.6%
  27.4%30.8%
 
  2250.493.4
  19.7233531905.423
  0.03264836.791
 
  76.4%59.4%
  4.8%12.2%
  11.9%5.6%
  0.5%0.6%
  0.3%0.2%
  0.3%0.4%
  1.9%3.2%
  3.8%18.4%
 
  21.1%49.8%
  20.6%48.0%
  0.5%1.8%
  78.9%50.2%
  73.4%33.8%
  3.4%10.8%
  2.1%5.6%
 
  2.772.6
  12,708.0124,010,992.0
  4,492.080,755,759.0
  41.7%30.5%
  41.7%42.9%
  8,216.043,255,233.0
  9.2%15.8%
  7.5%10.8%
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Over 8 years ago

Growing up I thought my city was the best thing since sliced bread. However, since moving to Blacksburg I have changed my tune. Amazing community and  More

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Over 13 years ago

Blacksburg is a very nice place overall, but like others has its pros and cons. It's a small, clean, quaint college town amid rural farmland and forested mountains. The  More

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Over 13 years ago

4 great seasons without  More

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