There are a few different demographics of the people who live in Radford City, Virginia. The city has an average population of about 17,000, and young adults make up a large percentage of the population. Young professionals make up a smaller proportion of the population, but they still make up a large portion of the total. Radford is a younger city than most of Virginia, and renters outnumber homeowners by a ratio of 54% to 47%. Renting in Radford is notably cheaper than the average state city - $423/month is significantly lower than the state average, saving residents up to $5100 a year on their monthly rent.
The city's age distribution reflects its location in the New River Valley, a scenic region of southwest Virginia. It covers an area of about nine square miles and has a diverse population. Residents enjoy large-city educational and cultural opportunities, while enjoying the unspoiled beauty and low population density of the surrounding area. It is also close to Interstate 81, giving residents convenient access to commercial and educational resources.
In addition to being a large city, Radford is part of a county, and is a part of the Virginia state government. The city has a population of just over 32,000, with a total area of approximately ten square miles. Most of the city is land-based, with only 0.4 square miles of water. A river runs along the city's southern border, providing water for the community. The city was also once a stopping point on the Wilderness Road that connected the valley to southwest Virginia and into Kentucky. In fact, the road eventually became known as Stagecoach Road.