Smyth Virginia Map

About Smyth, Virginia

Smyth is a locality in Smyth County, Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 480. The population density is 8.0 people per km². Smyth is located at 36.8688°N, 81.5596°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 24354.

Smyth finds its footing in the embrace of southwestern Virginia's highlands, a landscape characterized by the rugged contours of the Appalachian Mountains. It lies 39.6 miles east-northeast of Bristol, VA (from Bristol, VA: bearing 61°T), and is situated 3.4 miles northwest of Marion. The air here carries a crispness, especially in the autumn, hinting at the robust oaks and maples that paint the hillsides in fiery hues. Creeks, born from the higher elevations, thread their way through the valley floor, their waters reflecting the ever-changing sky, sometimes a brilliant cerulean, other times a bruised twilight gray. The terrain itself feels ancient, a testament to eons of geological sculpting, with slopes that rise with determined grace and hollows that cradle a quiet stillness. The history of Smyth is inextricably linked to the early American drive westward and the rich mineral deposits that lie beneath its surface. For generations, coal mining and timber formed the backbone of Smyth's economy, shaping the character of its neighborhoods and the resilience of its people. Though the landscape still bears the marks of these industries, a subtle shift is underway, with a growing appreciation for the natural beauty and a burgeoning interest in outdoor recreation drawing new attention. The echoes of a frontier spirit, blended with a courteous Southern disposition, can still be felt in the unhurried pace of life and the genuine warmth of its inhabitants, a unique blend that makes Smyth a distinct thread in the Old Dominion's rich tapestry.

About This Smyth Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Smyth, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.868792, -81.559643. 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 Smyth and Smyth County.

Detailed location data for Smyth includes the ZIP code (24354), telephone area code (276), county seat of Smyth County (Marion), and school district assignment. 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 Smyth is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.