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Emory
The Post Office in Emory, Virginia
The Post Office in Emory, Virginia
Emory is located in Virginia
Emory
Emory
Location in Virginia
Country United States
State Virginia
County Washington
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 1,237
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP codes
24327, 24340, 24361
FIPS code 51-25792
GNIS feature ID 2584842

Emory is a small community in Washington County, Virginia, USA. It is called a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a special area defined by the government for counting people.

In 2020, about 1,237 people lived in Emory. This was a small decrease from 1,251 people in 2010. Emory is well-known because it is home to Emory and Henry College. The community is even named after this college!

Emory is also part of a larger area known as the "Tri-Cities" region. This area includes cities like Kingsport and Bristol in Tennessee, and Bristol in Virginia. It is a busy region where many people live and work. The Emory post office first opened its doors in 1847.

People from Emory

Famous Residents

  • Frankie Newton (1906 – 1954) was a talented jazz trumpeter. He was born in Emory.

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