New Market, Virginia facts for kids
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New Market, Virginia
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 New Market, Virginia
Location in Shenandoah Valley
New Market, Virginia
Location in Virginia
New Market, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Virginia | |
| County | Shenandoah | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.03 sq mi (5.27 km2) | |
| • Land | 2.02 sq mi (5.23 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,053 ft (321 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,155 | |
| • Density | 1,066.3/sq mi (411.7/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
22844
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| Area code(s) | 540 | |
| FIPS code | 51-55848 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 1497040 | |
| Website | Town of New Market | |
New Market is a town located in Shenandoah County, Virginia, United States. It began as a small trading town where important roads met in the Shenandoah Valley. In 2020, about 2,155 people lived there. Two major roads, U.S. 11 (running north-south) and U.S. 211 (running east-west), pass through or near the town. U.S. 211 crosses Massanutten Mountain at a gap named after the town.
New Market is home to local sports teams like the New Market Shockers and the New Market Rebels, who play baseball. It also has the Schultz Theatre and School of Performing Arts and the Shenvalee Golf Course. The town is famous for a major battle that happened there during the American Civil War in 1864.
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History of New Market
New Market has a long history. In 1745, John Sevier was born here. He later became a hero in the American Revolutionary War. He was also the first governor of Tennessee.
During the American Civil War, New Market saw some fighting. On June 13, 1862, a small battle took place between Union and Confederate armies. The most famous event was the Battle of New Market on May 15, 1864. In this battle, students from the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) fought alongside the Confederate Army. They helped force Union General Franz Sigel and his army out of the Shenandoah Valley.
Today, VMI cadets remember this battle every year. They march 85 miles from Lexington to New Market. This march honors the journey their fellow cadets made in 1864.
Important historical places in New Market are recognized nationally. The New Market Historic District and the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Geography and Climate
New Market is located at coordinates 38°38′40″N 78°40′24″W. The town covers about 2.0 square miles (5.2 square kilometers) of land.
The weather in New Market has hot, humid summers. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Schools in the Area
New Market has several schools for students. Shenandoah Valley Academy and Shenandoah Valley Adventist Elementary School are private schools located in the town.
Nearby, you can find Mountain View High School. There is also Massanutten Military Academy, which is a military boarding school. Several primary schools are also in the area.
Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 747 | — | |
| 1870 | 600 | −19.7% | |
| 1880 | 662 | 10.3% | |
| 1890 | 607 | −8.3% | |
| 1900 | 684 | 12.7% | |
| 1910 | 638 | −6.7% | |
| 1920 | 577 | −9.6% | |
| 1930 | 640 | 10.9% | |
| 1940 | 629 | −1.7% | |
| 1950 | 701 | 11.4% | |
| 1960 | 783 | 11.7% | |
| 1970 | 718 | −8.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,118 | 55.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,435 | 28.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,637 | 14.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,146 | 31.1% | |
| 2020 | 2,155 | 0.4% | |
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In 2000, New Market had 1,637 people living there. By 2020, the population grew to 2,155. The town has seen its population increase steadily over many years.
Getting Around New Market
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Major Roads
The main highway that helps people get to New Market is Interstate 81. This highway has an exit (Exit 264) for New Market. At this exit, you can connect to U.S. Route 211. U.S. 211 goes east towards Luray and west towards Timberville.
U.S. Route 11 also runs through New Market. It acts as the town's main street and helps people access I-81. Another road, Virginia State Route 305, runs west of I-81. It leads to the Virginia Museum of the Civil War.
Public Transportation
Since October 2021, people in New Market can use a public bus service. This service is called ShenGo. It is operated by Virginia Regional Transit and serves all of Shenandoah County.
