With about 45,288 residents, Blacksburg is one of Virginia's notable places. Blacksburg was founded in 1798 and sits in Montgomery County. The median age is 21.9 and the median household income is $48,070. Homes carry a median value of $417,200, and about 34% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (75.6%). Around 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 15 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Blacksburg has a population of about 45,288, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Blacksburg?
The median home value in Blacksburg is $417,200, and the median gross rent is $1,290/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Blacksburg safe? What is the crime rate?
Blacksburg Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 93 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Blacksburg face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Montgomery County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including cold wave, landslide, lightning.
How many schools are in Blacksburg?
Blacksburg has 7 public schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Blacksburg?
Public registry data lists 0 registered sex offenders in or near Blacksburg. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.