The United States Postal Service has designated the Blairs ZIP Code in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. The city's default name is Blairs. While the population of Blairs is lower than the national average, 10.9% of the residents live below the poverty line. To get a closer look at this small community, you can view its schools page. You'll find the school name, address, and ZIP Code listed.
The population of Blairs City was 7,990 in the 2010 census. The city is named after a child who was injured on a railroad turntable in 1869. The child's father sued the railroad company for damages and the case was decided by the United States Supreme Court in 1873. Today, the population of Blairs is a diverse mix of residents from all walks of life. For example, residents of Blairs City live in many historic buildings, including the county courthouse.
The median age of residents was 36 years old. The majority of households included children. Forty-seven percent of households were headed by married couples. Another twenty-four percent were headed by a single person. And 15 percent were 65 years and older. Overall, the gender makeup of the population of Blairs City was 47.9% male and 52.9% female. This means that the city has a small population and is considered an underdeveloped area.
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