Rocky Mount, Virginia
Rocky Mount: Town in Virginia
About
Rocky Mount is a town located in the county of Franklin in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,799 and a population density of 270 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,712 inhabitants.
The town was created 238 years ago in 1785.
Quick Facts about Rocky Mount
| Population : | 4,712 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Virginia (United States) |
| County : | Franklin County |
| Postal code : | 24151 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 540 |
| Area : | 17.79 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,312 feet / 400 meters |
| Capital city : | Rocky Mount is capital of Franklin County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1786 (238 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time : | 01:59:54 (10th November 2024) |
| Density : | 265 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -1.85% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Rocky Mount is located at 36°59'52"N 79°53'31"W (36.9976400, -79.8919800).
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- Official Website
Official website of Rocky Mount
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Rocky Mount decreased by 1.85% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 4,799 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,780 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,760 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,752 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,749 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,749 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,743 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,751 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,744 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,724 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,712 | -0.25% | estimation process |
People born in Rocky Mount (7)
People born in Rocky Mount, including stage, musical theatre, film and television actor Jesse L. Martin, football player Dwaine Board, racecar driver Joey Arrington, .
List
- Ron Hodges (American baseball player) he was born in 22/06/1949
- Satch Worley (NASCAR driver) he was born in 02/06/1948
- Tarell Basham (American football defensive end) he was born in 18/03/1994
- Michael Chitwood (poet) he was born in 01/01/1958
Schools in Rocky Mount
College & universities near Rocky Mount, VA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 232089 | Ferrum College | Ferrum (VA) | 24088-9000 |
Stations (13)
Amtrak & bus stations near Rocky Mount, VA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RNK | Roanoke | 710 Williamson Road NE | BUS |
| BLK | Blacksburg, VA | 291 Alumni Mall -- Transit Concourse | BUS |
| DAN | Danville | 677 Craghead St. | RAIL |
| LYH | Kemper Street station | 825 Kemper St | RAIL |
| CLF | Clifton Forge | 400 Ridgeway Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Rocky Mount
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky Moun Post Office | Rocky Mount (VA) | 24151 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Rocky Mount , North Carolina The most populous city in Edgecombe County, North Carolina. It is located on the Tar River in eastern North Carolina. Rocky Mount is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Rocky Mount History Museum and the Rocky Mount Children's Museum. with a population of 53,689 people.
Other cities in Franklin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Franklin County , VA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrum | 2,043 | Census designated place |
| Union Hall | 1,138 | Census designated place |
| Boones Mill | 233 | Town of the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Rocky Mount distances to largest Virginia cities
