Clintwood Virginia Map

About Clintwood, Virginia

Clintwood is a locality in Dickenson County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,400. The population density is 274.4 people per km². Clintwood is located at 37.1501°N, 82.4560°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 24228.

Clintwood unfolds across the rugged folds of the Cumberland Mountains, where steep, tree-clad slopes give way to narrow valleys and the slow, deliberate curve of streams. It lies 41.1 miles north-north-west of Bristol, TN (from Bristol, TN: bearing 339°T), and is situated 9.8 miles east of Jenkins. The air here, especially in the early morning or late afternoon, carries a damp, earthy scent, a blend of pine needles and decaying leaves that speaks of the constant cycle of growth and renewal. Buildings, often modest and functional, cluster along the main thoroughfares, their facades weathered by the seasons, reflecting a quiet resilience. The landscape itself feels ancient, a deep green expanse that seems to hold its breath, punctuated by the occasional flash of a distant hawk or the murmur of water finding its way downhill. The story of Clintwood is inextricably linked to the coal seams that lie deep beneath these mountains. For generations, the rhythm of life here was dictated by the mine shafts and the demands of the industry, a history that has left an indelible mark on the character of its people. While the economic landscape has shifted, the echoes of that era remain, a palpable sense of hard work and perseverance that underpins the daily lives of Clintwood's residents. Local traditions, often passed down through families, celebrate this heritage, manifesting in community gatherings and a strong sense of shared identity that binds the people of Clintwood together, a quiet strength drawn from the very earth they inhabit.

About This Clintwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Clintwood, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.150107, -82.455985. 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 Clintwood and Dickenson County.

Detailed location data for Clintwood includes the ZIP code (24228), telephone area code (276), county seat of Dickenson County (Clintwood), and school district assignment (Dickenson 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 Clintwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.