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Located
in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Roanoke Valley of Virginia
includes the cities of Roanoke and Salem, the town of
Vinton, the counties of Roanoke, Botetourt, Franklin,
Bedford, Floyd and Craig, and the beautiful area known as
Smith Mountain Lake. The total population is just over
250,000. The Roanoke valley has been referred to as one of
the best places to raise a family and one of the top places
to retire, in recent publications.
There is something here
to interest almost everyone. There are cultural activities
including a symphony orchestra, a ballet company,
professional live theater and a thriving arts community.
There is camping and hiking, rivers and lakes for boating
and fishing and professional sports teams to entertain fans
of all ages.
Important Facts
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Population: Approximately 250,000
in the Greater Roanoke Valley, including Roanoke, Salem,
Vinton and the surrounding counties.
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Elevation: Approximately 950 ft
above sea level
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Average January Temperature: 35.5
Degrees Fahrenheit
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Average July Temperature: 76
Degrees Fahrenheit
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Average Yearly Rainfall: 39.3
Inches
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Average Yearly Snowfall: 25.0
Inches
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