Timberlake, Virginia

Timberlake, Virginia
CDP
Location of Timberlake, Virginia
Coordinates: 37°19′53″N79°14′52″W / 37.33139°N 79.24778°W / 37.33139; -79.24778
Country	United States
State	Virginia
County	Campbell
Area
• Total	11.3 sq mi (29.3 km2)
• Land	11.2 sq mi (29.0 km2)
• Water	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km2)
Elevation	919 ft (280 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	13,267
• Density	1,200/sq mi (450/km2)
Time zone	UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC−4 (EDT)
FIPS code	51-78688 [1]
GNIS feature ID	1495150 [2]

Timberlake is a census-designated place (CDP) in Campbell County, Virginia, United States. The population was 13,267 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography

Timberlake is located at 37°19′53″N79°14′52″W / 37.33139°N 79.24778°W / 37.33139; -79.24778 (37.331482, −79.247904). ^[3]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 11.3 square miles (29.3 km²), of which 11.2 square miles (29.0 km²) is land and 0.12 square miles (0.3 km²), or 1.12%, is water. ^[4]

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Timberlake has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. ^[5]

Demographics

Historical population

Census	Pop.	Note	%±
2000	10,683		—
2010	12,183		14.0%
2020	13,267		8.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau

2020 census

As of the census of 2020, there were 13,267 people residing in the CDP. There were 5,908 housing units. The racial makeup of the CDP was 78.6% White, 10.0% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.8% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of the population.

2000 census

As of the census ^[1] of 2000, there were 10,683 people, 4,523 households, and 3,152 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,211.8 people per square mile (467.7/km²). There were 4,707 housing units at an average density of 533.9/sq mi (206.1/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 91.13% White, 5.42% African American, 0.28% Native American, 1.71% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.47% from other races, and 0.97% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.01% of the population.

There were 4,523 households, out of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.1% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.3% were non-families. 25.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 29.8% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 92.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.5 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $43,094, and the median income for a family was $50,073. Males had a median income of $34,577 versus $24,343 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $20,760. About 4.5% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.5% of those under the age of 18 and 3.5% of those ages 65 and older.

Education

The CDP is served by Campbell County Public Schools. Public school students residing in Timberlake are zoned to attend Leesville Road or Tomahawk Elementary School, Brookville Middle School, and Brookville High School.

References

1. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau . Retrieved January 31, 2008.
2. "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
3. "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
4. "Geographic Identifiers: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (G001): Timberlake CDP, Virginia". United States Census Bureau . Retrieved February 14, 2012.
5. Climate Summary for Timberlake, Virginia