Ferrum, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ferrum, Virginia
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Methodist church on Franklin Street
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Location of Ferrum, Virginia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Franklin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.3 sq mi (24.0 km2) |
| • Land | 9.3 sq mi (24.0 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,296 ft (395 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,043 |
| • Density | 219.7/sq mi (85.13/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
24088
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| Area code(s) | 540 |
| FIPS code | 51-27712 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1466533 |
Ferrum is a small community in Franklin County, Virginia, in the United States. It's called a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means it's a special area defined for counting people. In 2010, about 2,043 people lived there. Ferrum is well-known because it's where Ferrum College is located. This college also hosts the fun Blue Ridge Folklife Festival every year! Ferrum is also part of the larger Roanoke area.
Where is Ferrum Located?
Ferrum is found in Franklin County, Virginia. You can find it on a map using these coordinates: 36°55′35″N 80°0′40″W / 36.92639°N 80.01111°W. The entire area of Ferrum is land, covering about 9.2 square miles (24.0 square kilometers).
Who Lives in Ferrum?
In 2010, the population of Ferrum was 2,043 people. This was a big jump from the 1,313 people who lived there in 2000.
Most people living in Ferrum are White (about 80.81%). There's also a significant African American community (about 16.22%). Other groups like Native American, Asian, and people of two or more races also live there. About 1.68% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Ferrum in 2000 was 21 years old. This is quite young, partly because of the college students living there.
What's Special About Ferrum?
The most famous place in Ferrum is Ferrum College. It's a small college with around 1,500 students. The college is a big part of the community and brings many young people to the area.
See also
In Spanish: Ferrum (Virginia) para niños
