Saltville, Virginia
Quick Statistics
Saltville is a community in Smyth County, Virginia, home to about 2,198 people spread across 8.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $27,611 a year, and a typical home is worth about $96,600. About 17.1% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 6 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Saltville ranks number 277 of 681 in population, number 478 in median household income, number 550 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Saltville typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 23°F. The area sees roughly 10 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Glade Spring, VA | 6.0 mi. | 2,135 |
| 2. | Chilhowie, VA | 6.9 mi. | 2,428 |
| 3. | Emory, VA | 7.5 mi. | 1,419 |
| 4. | Seven Mile Ford, VA | 8.3 mi. | 644 |
| 5. | Adwolf, VA | 10.8 mi. | 1,046 |
| 6. | McMullin, VA | 11.0 mi. | 324 |
| 7. | Claypool Hill, VA | 13.1 mi. | 1,610 |
| 8. | Marion, VA | 13.9 mi. | 5,670 |
What is the population of Saltville, Virginia?
Saltville has a population of about 2,198 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Saltville, Virginia in?
Saltville is located in Smyth County, Virginia.
What is the median home value in Saltville, Virginia?
The median home value in Saltville is about $96,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Saltville, Virginia?
The median personal income in Saltville is about $27,611 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Saltville, Virginia?
Since 1950, 7 tornadoes have been recorded in Smyth County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Saltville, Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 23 degrees, with around 10 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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