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Emporia, VA

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Population
5,447
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
116 ft
Median Home Value
$148,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,037/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,899
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in VirginiaPopulation rankingHighest population places in VirginiaNearest larger communityPetersburg, Virginia36 miles away · 33,734 residents.

About Emporia

Emporia is an independent city and the county seat of Greensville County, Virginia, situated along the Meherrin River. Originating as the colonial settlement of Hicksford along the historic Fort Road and hosting the annual Great Peanut Ride bicycle event, the community of approximately 5,547 is served by Greensville County Public Schools locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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