Amherst, Virginia
Quick Statistics
Amherst is a community in Amherst County, Virginia, home to about 1,865 people spread across 4.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $31,431 a year, and a typical home is worth about $220,700. About 32.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 16 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Amherst ranks number 290 of 681 in population, number 308 in median household income, number 365 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Amherst typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 26°F. The area sees roughly 12 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Madison Heights, VA | 9.6 mi. | 10,266 |
| 2. | Arrington, VA | 10.9 mi. | 915 |
| 3. | Lynchburg, VA | 14.9 mi. | 79,497 |
| 4. | Shipman, VA | 15.5 mi. | 472 |
| 5. | Lovingston, VA | 16.4 mi. | 455 |
| 6. | Concord, VA | 16.8 mi. | 1,462 |
| 7. | Big Island, VA | 17.4 mi. | 91 |
| 8. | Forest, VA | 18.9 mi. | 13,430 |
What is the population of Amherst, Virginia?
Amherst has a population of about 1,865 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Amherst, Virginia in?
Amherst is located in Amherst County, Virginia.
What is the median home value in Amherst, Virginia?
The median home value in Amherst is about $220,700, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Amherst, Virginia?
The median personal income in Amherst is about $31,431 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Amherst, Virginia?
Since 1950, 4 tornadoes have been recorded in Amherst County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Amherst, Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 26 degrees, with around 12 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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