Lafayette, Virginia
Quick Statistics
Lafayette is a community in Montgomery County, Virginia, home to about 628 people spread across 0.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $20,735 a year. About 21.5% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 40 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Lafayette ranks number 440 of 681 in population, number 551 in median household income. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Lafayette typically top out near 82°F in July, while January nights average about 22°F. The area sees roughly 25 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Elliston, VA | 0.9 mi. | 952 |
| 2. | Shawsville, VA | 5.1 mi. | 1,411 |
| 3. | Glenvar, VA | 5.2 mi. | 829 |
| 4. | Salem, VA | 9.0 mi. | 25,618 |
| 5. | Cave Spring, VA | 10.9 mi. | 25,742 |
| 6. | Blacksburg, VA | 12.2 mi. | 45,446 |
| 7. | Merrimac, VA | 12.3 mi. | 2,733 |
| 8. | Christiansburg, VA | 12.7 mi. | 22,720 |
What is the population of Lafayette, Virginia?
Lafayette has a population of about 628 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Lafayette, Virginia in?
Lafayette is located in Montgomery County, Virginia.
What is the median income in Lafayette, Virginia?
The median personal income in Lafayette is about $20,735 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Lafayette, Virginia?
Since 1950, 5 tornadoes have been recorded in Montgomery County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Lafayette, Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 82 degrees and January lows about 22 degrees, with around 25 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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