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Onley, Virginia
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Storefronts in Onley, July 2018
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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 | 0.81 sq mi (2.09 km2) |
| • Land | 0.80 sq mi (2.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 516 |
| • Estimate
(2019)
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500 |
| • Density | 625.00/sq mi (241.40/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
23418
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| Area code(s) | 757, 948 |
| FIPS code | 51-59384 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1493377 |
Onley (pronounced "only") is a small town located in Accomack County, Virginia, in the United States. In 2010, about 516 people lived there. It is a quiet place on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
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History of Onley
The town of Onley got its name from a large estate. This estate belonged to a former governor of Virginia, named Henry A. Wise.
Geography of Onley
Onley is located in Virginia at specific coordinates (37.690352, -75.716759). The town covers a total area of about 0.81 square miles (2.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a very small part being water. Onley sits at an elevation of 43 feet above sea level.
Population and People
The population of Onley has changed over the years.
- In 1960, there were 415 people.
- By 1980, the population grew to 526.
- In 2000, about 496 people lived in Onley.
- The 2010 census counted 516 residents.
- In 2019, the estimated population was around 500 people.
Most households in Onley are families, including married couples. The average age of people living in Onley is around 46 years old.
Climate in Onley
Onley has a climate with hot and humid summers. The winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
Town Leadership
Onley has elected and appointed officials who help run the town.
- The Mayor of Onley is Henry E. "Ned" Finney.
- The Town Council helps the Mayor make decisions. The council members include William R. Ferguson (Vice Mayor), Daniel K. Bloxom Jr., A. Brian Corbin, Katelyn L. Hill, Rodney C. Lang, and Woody W. Zember.
- The Town Manager, Susan M. Rillo, helps manage the town's daily operations.
- Other important staff include the Town Clerk/Treasurer, Jamye L. Salazar, the Town Attorney, Carl Bundick, and the Onley Chief of Police, Edwin J. Long.
Getting Around Onley
Major Roads
Two main highways pass through or near Onley:
- US 13
- VA 175
Public Transportation
STAR Transit offers public bus services in the area. These buses connect Onley to other communities on the Eastern Shore, like Cape Charles and Oak Hall.
Railroads
Onley used to have a railroad service called the Bay Coast Railroad. However, this railroad stopped operating in 2018.
See also
In Spanish: Onley (Virginia) para niños
