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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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