Hallwood, Virginia facts for kids
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Hallwood, Virginia
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Location in Accomack County and the state of Virginia.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Accomack |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.24 sq mi (0.61 km2) |
| • Land | 0.24 sq mi (0.61 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 206 |
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(2019)
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200 |
| • Density | 847.46/sq mi (326.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
23359
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| Area code(s) | 757, 948 |
| FIPS code | 51-34176 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1495643 |
Hallwood is a small town located in Accomack County, Virginia, in the United States. In 2010, about 206 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history and a close-knit community.
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History of Hallwood
Hallwood has a special historical building called Wessells Root Cellar. This building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. Being on this list means it's an important historical site that should be protected.
Geography and Location
Hallwood is located at 37°52′39″N 75°35′26″W / 37.877418°N 75.590589°W. This means it's in the eastern part of Virginia.
The town is quite small, covering an area of about 0.2 square miles (0.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land. Hallwood sits at an elevation of 16 feet (about 5 meters) above sea level.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 269 | — | |
| 1970 | 254 | −5.6% | |
| 1980 | 243 | −4.3% | |
| 1990 | 228 | −6.2% | |
| 2000 | 290 | 27.2% | |
| 2010 | 206 | −29.0% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 200 | −2.9% | |
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In 2000, Hallwood had 290 residents living in 100 households. Many of these were families. The town's population density was about 1,185 people per square mile.
About 37% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.9 people. The median age in Hallwood was 32 years old. This means half the people were younger than 32, and half were older.
Climate in Hallwood
Hallwood has a climate known as a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are hot and humid. The winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of climate is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps.
Transportation Options
Hallwood has different ways for people to get around and connect with other towns.
Public Transportation Services
STAR Transit offers public bus services in the area. These buses connect Hallwood to nearby towns like Onley and Oak Hall. They also link to other communities in Accomack and Northampton counties.
Railroad Connections
Hallwood is an important spot for trains. The Delmarva Central Railroad now ends in Hallwood. This happened after the Bay Coast Railroad stopped operating in 2018 and its tracks were removed a few years later.
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