North Shore

Census-designated place in Franklin County, Virginia

Aerial view of North Shore, Virginia
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North Shore is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Franklin County, Virginia, with 3,332 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,004 ft (306 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Westlake Corner, 3.8 miles NW.

About North Shore

North Shore is a census-designated place (CDP) in Franklin County, Virginia, United States. As of the 2020 census, North Shore had a population of 3,332. The community lies along State Route 616. It is part of the Roanoke metropolitan area.

Westlake Corner borders the community to the north and northwest.

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Median household income
$109,951
Median home value
$504,400
Median rent
$1,133/mo
Median age
62.6
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North Shore, VA population

North Shore had 3,332 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census3,332
Density238 per sq mi (92 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

North Shore at a glance

StateVirginia (VA)
CountyFranklin County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population3,332 (2020)
Land area13.98 sq mi (36.2 km²)
Water area6.48 sq mi (16.78 km²)
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Coordinates37.0832° N, 79.6446° W
ZIP code24121
Census code (GEOID)5157531

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about North Shore

What county is North Shore in?

North Shore is in Franklin County, Virginia.

What is the population of North Shore, VA?

3,332 people lived in North Shore at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of North Shore, VA?

The ZIP code of North Shore is 24121.

What is the elevation of North Shore?

1,004 feet (306 m) above sea level.

What towns are near North Shore?

Westlake Corner (3.8 mi), Union Hall (4.6 mi), Penhook (6.3 mi), Moneta (7.5 mi), Rocky Mount (14.3 mi).

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