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Whitesville, Virginia
Location in Accomack County and the state of Virginia.
Location in Accomack County and the state of Virginia.
Country United States
State Virginia
County Accomack
Elevation
30 ft (9 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 241
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
FIPS code 51-48776
GNIS feature ID 2584936

Whitesville is a small community located in Accomack County, Virginia, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a special area the government defines for gathering information about its population. Whitesville was first recognized as a CDP in 2010. In 2020, about 241 people lived there.

Where is Whitesville Located?

Whitesville is found in Accomack County, Virginia. It sits at an elevation of 30 feet above sea level. This means it is not very high up from the ocean.

How Many People Live in Whitesville?

The number of people living in Whitesville changes over time. The U.S. Census counts the population every ten years.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2010 219
2020 215 −1.8%
U.S. Decennial Census
2010 2020

Who Lives in Whitesville?

The 2020 census showed that Whitesville is home to a mix of different people. Most residents identify as Black or African American. They make up about 52.56% of the population.

The next largest group is Hispanic or Latino people. They can be of any race and make up about 24.19% of the community. White people make up about 18.14% of the population.

Smaller groups include Asian people and those of mixed race. There are also a few people from other racial backgrounds. This mix of cultures makes Whitesville a diverse place.

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Dream Roller Rink, now abandoned, in Wattsville in 2008

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