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Moving to Stuart, Virginia

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Stuart, Virginia is a small town located in the heart of Patrick County, Virginia. It is situated at the intersection of two major highways, US 58 and US 220. The town was first settled in 1753 and incorporated in 1877. Stuart is known for its small-town charm and friendly atmosphere.

The main attraction in Stuart is its historic downtown district which features many unique shops, restaurants, and other businesses. Many of these buildings are over a hundred years old and have been carefully preserved to maintain their original charm. Along the main street you can find unique antique stores, art galleries, and craft stores. There are also several restaurants that serve up delicious home-style cooking as well as a few bars for those looking to grab a drink after a long day of shopping or sightseeing.

Stuart has many outdoor activities to enjoy such as fishing on the Smith River or kayaking down the Dan River. For those looking for something more thrilling there are several hiking trails nearby that offer spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. During the summer months you can also find farmers markets with local produce as well as live music festivals that take place throughout the year.

Stuart is also home to many historical sites including several Civil War battlefields such as High Bridge Battlefield Park and Belle Grove Plantation which both offer guided tours throughout their grounds so visitors can learn more about our country’s history while they explore these sites. The town also has several museums such as The Patrick County History Museum where visitors can learn about local history through various exhibits and artifacts on display there.

Overall, Stuart is an ideal destination for anyone looking to get away from it all while still experiencing some small-town charm and friendly hospitality from locals who have lived here for generations upon generations. With its numerous outdoor activities, historical sites, museums, shops, restaurants, bars, farmers markets and more there is something for everyone in this quaint little town nestled in the heart of Patrick County.

Population: 961. Estimated population in July 2024: 925 (-3.7% change)
Males: 443 (46.1%), Females: 518 (53.9%)

Patrick County

Zip code: 24171

Demographics

Median resident age: 40.1 years
Median household income: $20,192
Median house value: $85,700

Population by Race

Races in Stuart:

  • White Non-Hispanic (80.4%)
  • Black (15.1%)
  • Hispanic (4.7%)
  • Other race (2.1%)
  • Two or more races (0.9%)

Ancestries: United States (26.4%), English (8.9%), German (7.9%), Irish (5.9%), Scotch-Irish (3.9%), Scottish (2.6%).

Elevation: 1360 feet

Land area: 0.7 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Stuart

  • High school or higher: 65.4%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 18.8%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 7.9%
  • Unemployed: 12.3%
  • Mean travel time to work: 24.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Stuart town

  • Never married: 26.4%
  • Now married: 44.4%
  • Separated: 3.1%
  • Widowed: 13.0%
  • Divorced: 13.0%

3.3% Foreign born (2.6% Latin America, 0.5% Asia).

Population change in the 1990s: -8 (-0.8%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers in Stuart:

  • PATRICK COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (ROUTE #2 BOX 71)
  • R J REYNOLDS PATRICK CO MEMORIAL HOSP (18688 JEB STUART HIGHWAY)

Other hospitals/medical centers near Stuart:

  • STOKES-REYNOLDS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 16 miles; DANBURY, NC)
  • NORTHERN HOSPITAL OF SURRY COUNTY (about 27 miles; MOUNT AIRY, NC)
  • MEMORIAL HOSP MARTINSVILLE (about 29 miles; MARTINSVILLE, VA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Stuart:

  • SMITH REYNOLDS (about 36 miles; WINSTON SALEM, NC; Abbreviation: INT)
  • PIEDMONT TRIAD INTERNATIONAL (about 45 miles; GREENSBORO, NC; Abbreviation: GSO)
  • ROANOKE REGIONAL/WOODRUM FIELD (about 52 miles; ROANOKE, VA; Abbreviation: ROA)

Other public-use airports nearest to Stuart:

  • MOUNT AIRY/SURRY COUNTY (about 24 miles; MOUNT AIRY, NC; Abbreviation: MWK)
  • MEADOW BROOK FIELD (about 26 miles; WALNUT COVE, NC; Abbreviation: N63)
  • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY NC SHILOH (about 33 miles; REIDSVILLE, NC; Abbreviation: 78N)

Colleges and Universities

College/University in Stuart:

  • BLUE RIDGE NURSING HOME SCHOOL (Location: COMMERCE ST PO BOX 459; Private, for-profit)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Stuart:

  • WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY (about 35 miles; WINSTON SALEM, NC; Full-time enrollment: 5,944)
  • VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE UNIV (about 38 miles; BLACKSBURG, VA; Full-time enrollment: 25,754)
  • RADFORD UNIVERSITY (about 40 miles; RADFORD, VA; Full-time enrollment: 8,034)
  • FORSYTH TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 40 miles; WINSTON SALEM, NC; Full-time enrollment: 3,271)
  • NORTH CAROLINA AGRICULTURAL AND TECHNICAL ST UNIV (about 43 miles; Greensboro, NC; Full-time enrollment: 6,970)
  • WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY (about 43 miles; WINSTON-SALEM, NC; Full-time enrollment: 2,508)
  • NEW RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 43 miles; DUBLIN, VA; Full-time enrollment: 2,262)

Schools

Public high school in Stuart:

  • PATRICK COUNTY HIGH (Students: 977; Location: 215 COUGAR LANE; Grades: 08 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Stuart:

  • STUART ELEM. (Students: 430; Location: 314 STAPLES AVE; Grades: KG – 07)

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