Dante, VA is a small town located in the far southwest corner of Virginia in Russell County. With a population of 1,097 and a population density of 18 people per square mile, it is much less densely populated than the US overall which has a population density of 93 people per square mile. The town offers locals and visitors alike a variety of year-round outdoor activities such as hiking at High Knob Recreation Area, camping at East River Mountain Recreation Area, fishing at Hungry Mother State Park, and biking on the Spearhead Trails System.
The town's economy relies mostly on local businesses such as Willard’s Country Store & Grill for groceries and local food products, Dante Animal Hospital for pet care needs, and Dante Town Hall for government services. Additionally, there are several organizations that call Dante home including the Dante Lions Club and West End Search & Rescue Unit.
The most popular sporting event in town is the annual Claytor Lake Triathlon held each summer at Claytor Lake State Park which draws in athletes from all over the region to compete. Other popular events include annual festivals like Redbud Days hosted by the Russell County Chamber of Commerce that feature music, dancing, food vendors, games, and more.
The population in Dante (zip 24237) is 1,097. There are 19 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Dante (zip 24237) is 61.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Dante (zip 24237) is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Dante (zip 24237)
- 39.3% are married
- 10.4% are divorced
- 25.2% are married with children
- 27.9% have children, but are single
Race in Dante (zip 24237)
- 98.2% are White
- 1.8% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander