Pound Virginia Map

About Pound, Virginia

Pound is a locality in Wise County, Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 913. The population density is 124.3 people per km². Pound is located at 37.1237°N, 82.6013°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 24279.

Pound, Virginia, unfolds from a valley floor where the air often carries the scent of damp earth and pine needles. It lies 43.0 miles north-northwest of Bristol, VA (from Bristol, VA: bearing 328°T), and is situated 18.6 miles north-northeast of Big Stone Gap. The landscape here is a study in close embrace, with the Cumberland Mountains rising in a series of soft, forested shoulders on either side, their slopes often veiled in a hazy, blue-gray light that lends a quiet solemnity to the afternoon. The Pound River, a ribbon of cool, clear water, meanders through the heart of the settlement, its banks lined with a mix of deciduous trees whose leaves turn to fiery hues in the autumn, and the ever-present evergreens that hold their color through the winter chill. Small, weathered farmsteads and modest houses dot the landscape, their roofs often catching the low-angled sunlight and reflecting it back with a gentle, muted gleam. The history of Pound is deeply entwined with the extraction of its natural bounty, a heritage that still whispers in the quietude of its streets. For generations, coal mining was the lifeblood of this region, shaping its economy and the very character of its people, leaving behind a legacy of resilient hard work and a profound connection to the land. Though the mines have largely quieted, the spirit of industry endures in smaller enterprises and a steadfast commitment to community. It’s a place where old stories are still readily shared, passed down like heirlooms, and where the pace of life allows for a genuine recognition of the seasons and the simple, enduring beauty of the Appalachian foothills.

About This Pound Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pound, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.123715, -82.601267. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Pound and Wise County.

Detailed location data for Pound includes the ZIP code (24279), telephone area code (276), county seat of Wise County (Wise), and school district assignment (Wise County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Pound is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.