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The current estimated population of Appomattox is 1,800, with a gender distribution of 47% male and 53% female. The population has remained stable, with Appomattox’s historical significance as the site of the Civil War surrender and its rural charm contributing to its small-town appeal.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1845
  • County: Appomattox County
  • Land area: 2.2 square miles
  • Population density: 818 people per square mile
  • Area code: 434
  • Zip code: 24522

Geography and Location

Appomattox is located in central Virginia, approximately 25 miles east of Lynchburg and 90 miles west of Richmond. The town is best known for its historical significance as the location where General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant in 1865, effectively ending the American Civil War. The Appomattox Court House National Historical Park is located just outside the town, drawing visitors interested in Civil War history. The town is situated in a region characterized by rolling hills, forests, and farmland. Appomattox experiences a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. U.S. Route 460 runs through the town, connecting it to nearby Lynchburg and other parts of central Virginia. The local economy is primarily based on tourism, agriculture, and small businesses, with a strong emphasis on preserving the area’s historical heritage. Appomattox’s small-town atmosphere, combined with its rich history and scenic surroundings, make it an appealing place for residents and visitors alike.

Demographics

Median resident age: 38.7 years
Median household income: $24,167
Median house value: $76,900

Population by Race

Races in Appomattox:

  • White Non-Hispanic (66.8%)
  • Black (32.1%)
  • Two or more races (0.6%)

Ancestries: United States (31.6%), English (7.9%), Irish (2.8%), German (2.3%), Polish (1.2%), Italian (1.1%).

Elevation: 861 feet

Land area: 2.2 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Appomattox

  • High school or higher: 64.1%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.7%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 3.8%
  • Unemployed: 4.7%
  • Mean travel time to work: 27.8 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Appomattox town

  • Never married: 28.8%
  • Now married: 41.9%
  • Separated: 3.2%
  • Widowed: 15.7%
  • Divorced: 10.4%

0.2% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +54 (+3.2%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Appomattox:

  • CENTRAL VIRGINIA TRAINING CENTER (about 25 miles; LYNCHBURG, VA)
  • VIRGINIA BAPTIST HOSP & LYNCHBURG GENL (about 28 miles; LYNCHBURG, VA)
  • SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (about 30 miles; FARMVILLE, VA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Appomattox:

  • LYNCHBURG REGIONAL/PRESTON GLENN FLD (about 26 miles; LYNCHBURG, VA; Abbreviation: LYH)
  • CHARLOTTESVILLE-ALBEMARLE (about 60 miles; CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA; Abbreviation: CHO)
  • SHENANDOAH VALLEY REGIONAL (about 62 miles; STAUNTON/WAYNESBORO/HARRIS, VA; Abbreviation: SHD)

Other public-use airports nearest to Appomattox:

  • BROOKNEAL/CAMPBELL COUNTY (about 20 miles; BROOKNEAL, VA; Abbreviation: 0V4)
  • FALWELL (about 21 miles; LYNCHBURG, VA; Abbreviation: W24)
  • FARMVILLE REGIONAL (about 28 miles; FARMVILLE, VA; Abbreviation: FVX)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Appomattox:

  • LIBERTY UNIVERSITY (about 27 miles; LYNCHBURG, VA; Full-time enrollment: 5,348)
  • LONGWOOD COLLEGE (about 31 miles; FARMVILLE, VA; Full-time enrollment: 3,557)
  • UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA-MAIN CAMPUS (about 51 miles; CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA; Full-time enrollment: 19,602)
  • PIEDMONT VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 51 miles; CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA; Full-time enrollment: 2,012)
  • WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY (about 55 miles; LEXINGTON, VA; Full-time enrollment: 2,063)
  • JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY (about 75 miles; HARRISONBURG, VA; Full-time enrollment: 14,447)
  • VANCE-GRANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 77 miles; HENDERSON, NC; Full-time enrollment: 2,076)

Schools

Public high school in Appomattox:

  • APPOMATTOX COUNTY HIGH (Students: 712; Location: RT 5 BOX 630; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Appomattox:

  • APPOMATTOX PRIMARY (Students: 567; Location: 500 FERGUSON AVE; Grades: PK – 02)
  • APPOMATTOX MIDDLE (Students: 533; Location: 300 N CHURCH ST; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • APPOMATTOX ELEM. (Students: 515; Location: 307 WEST LEE GRANT AVENUE; Grades: 03 – 05)

Private primary/middle school in Appomattox:

  • APPOMATTOX SDA SCHOOL (Students: 11; Location: PO BOX 2259; Grades: KG – 7)

Libraries

Library in Appomattox:

  • J. ROBERT JAMERSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY (Operating income: $184,356; Location: 106 MAIN STREET; 29,706 books; 2,740 audio materials; 1,074 video materials; 81 serial subscriptions)

 

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