Dante
Census-designated place in Russell County, Virginia

Dante is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Russell County, Virginia, with 572 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,765 ft (538 m) above sea level. The nearest town is St. Paul, 5.7 miles S.
- 572residents (2020 Census)
- 1,765 ftelevation · 538 m
- 7.0 sq miland area · 18.2 km²
- 81 / sq mipopulation density
- 24272ZIP code
About Dante
Dante is a census-designated place in Russell and Dickenson counties, Virginia, United States. As of the 2020 census, Dante had a population of 572.
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Living in Dante
- Median household income
- $33,696
- Median home value
- $81,400
- Median rent
- $1,328/mo
- Median age
- 53.9
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Dante had 572 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 572 |
|---|---|
| Density | 81 per sq mi (31 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Dante at a glance
| State | Virginia (VA) |
|---|---|
| County | Russell County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 572 (2020) |
| Land area | 7.04 sq mi (18.2 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,765 ft (538 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.9846° N, 82.2836° W |
| ZIP code | 24272 |
| Official website | danteva.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5121312 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Dante
- St. Paul5.7 mi S
- Castlewood7.2 mi S
- Cleveland7.8 mi E
- Coeburn10.7 mi W
- Riverview11.7 mi W
- Clinchco12.6 mi N
- Lebanon12.8 mi SE
- Tacoma14.1 mi W
- Dungannon14.8 mi SW
- The University of Virginia's College at Wise15.1 mi W
- Clintwood15.2 mi NW
- Haysi16.0 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Dante
What county is Dante in?
Dante is in Russell County, Virginia.
What is the population of Dante, VA?
572 people lived in Dante at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Dante, VA?
The ZIP code of Dante is 24272.
What is the elevation of Dante?
1,765 feet (538 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Dante?
St. Paul (5.7 mi), Castlewood (7.2 mi), Cleveland (7.8 mi), Coeburn (10.7 mi), Riverview (11.7 mi).
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