Galax is an independent city located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is bounded to the east by Carroll County and to the west by Grayson County. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 6,837, which makes it the least populous jurisdiction - independent city or county - in Virginia. The smallest independent city in Virginia by size, however, is the City of Falls Church.
Geography
Galax is located at 36°39′52″ North, 80°55′12″ West (36.664675, -80.920275)1.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 21.3 km˛ (8.2 mi˛). None of the area is covered with water.
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 6,837 people, 2,950 households, and 1,843 families residing in the city. The population density is 320.8/km˛ (830.9/mi˛). There are 3,217 housing units at an average density of 150.9/km˛ (391.0/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 86.11% White, 6.26% Black or African American, 0.45% Native American, 0.70% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 5.51% from other races, and 0.95% from two or more races. 11.07% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
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Geography
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History
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Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 km˛ (2.0 mi˛). None of the area is covered with water.
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Geography
Bristol is located at 36°36'40" North, 82°10'34" West (36.611116, -82.176193)1.
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