Virginia City
Census-designated place in Storey County, Nevada
Virginia City is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Storey County, Nevada, with 787 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 6,148 ft (1,874 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Silver City, 3.1 miles S.
- 787residents (2020 Census)
- 6,148 ftelevation · 1,874 m
- 0.9 sq miland area · 2.2 km²
- 908 / sq mipopulation density
- 89440ZIP code
About Virginia City
Virginia City is a historic town in Storey County, Nevada, United States. It was established in 1859 after the discovery of the Comstock Lode, one of the first major silver deposits in the United States. It rapidly developed into one of the most important mining centers of the American West. At its peak in the mid-1870s, Virginia City had an estimated population of 25,000 residents and served as a center of mining, finance, engineering, and innovation.
Mining output declined after 1878, and the population fell sharply, but many historic buildings survived. The town played a significant role in Nevada’s economic development. It is closely associated with writers such as Mark Twain, who began his career there. In the 20th century, Virginia City’s historic area was preserved, and the town was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1961. As of the 2020 census, the population was 787.
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Living in Virginia City
- Median household income
- $114,000
- Median home value
- $414,300
- Median age
- 58.2
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Virginia City had 787 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 787 |
|---|---|
| Density | 908 per sq mi (351 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Virginia City at a glance
| State | Nevada (NV) |
|---|---|
| County | Storey County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 787 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.87 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 6,148 ft (1,874 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.3075° N, 119.6483° W |
| ZIP code | 89440 |
| Official website | visitvirginiacitynv.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3280000 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Virginia City
- Silver City3.1 mi S
- Dayton6.1 mi SE
- Washoe Valley6.9 mi W
- Carson City11.9 mi SW
- Stagecoach14.7 mi E
- Incline Village16.2 mi W
- Indian Hills16.9 mi SW
- Johnson Lane17.2 mi S
- Sparks18.8 mi N
- Crystal Bay19.6 mi W
- Reno19.9 mi NW
- Kings Beach, CA20.3 mi W
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Frequently asked questions about Virginia City
What county is Virginia City in?
Virginia City is in Storey County, Nevada.
What is the population of Virginia City, NV?
787 people lived in Virginia City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Virginia City, NV?
The ZIP code of Virginia City is 89440.
What is the elevation of Virginia City?
6,148 feet (1,874 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Virginia City?
Silver City (3.1 mi), Dayton (6.1 mi), Washoe Valley (6.9 mi), Carson City (11.9 mi), Stagecoach (14.7 mi).
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