Virginia

Floyd

15,476

2020 population

1840

first census record

census records

About Floyd

Floyd, Virginia, first appears in the United States federal census in 1840, when it recorded a population of 4,453. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 15,476.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, one documented military engagement has been recorded within the county, among them Battle of Floyd Court House, and 9 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census Year	Population	Chart
2020	15,476
2010	15,279
2000	13,874
1990	12,005
1980	11,563
1970	9,775
1960	10,462
1950	11,351
1940	11,967
1930	11,698
1920	13,115
1910	14,092
1900	15,388
1890	14,405
1880	13,255
1870	9,824
1860	8,236
1850	6,458
1840	4,453

Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Floyd

Military engagements that took place in Floyd, Virginia.

Battle of Floyd Court House

1861

Historic places in Floyd

National Register of Historic Places listings in Floyd, Virginia.

Floyd Presbyterian Church

Floyd Historic District

Floyd

Willis Presbyterian Church and Cemetery

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Slate Mountain Presbyterian Church and Cemetery

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Frequently asked about Floyd

When does Floyd first appear in the US census?

Floyd, Virginia first appears in the federal census in 1840, with a recorded population of 4,453.

What is the population of Floyd?

At the most recent federal census (2020), Floyd had a recorded population of 15,476.

Were any battles fought in Floyd?

1 documented military engagement took place in Floyd, including Battle of Floyd Court House.

How many historic places are in Floyd?

9 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Floyd, Virginia.

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