Scott Virginia Map

About Scott, Virginia

Scott is a locality in Scott County, Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 480. The population density is 8.0 people per km². Scott is located at 36.6816°N, 82.6051°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 24244.

Scott rises from a landscape of rugged Appalachian foothills, where the ridges, cloaked in the deep greens of oak and pine, shoulder their way toward the sky. It lies 8.1 miles north-north-east of Marshall, TN (from Marshall, TN: bearing 22°T), and is situated 9.5 miles north-north-west of Kingsport. These ancient mountains, worn smooth by millennia of wind and rain, cradle valleys where small farms cling to the land, their neat fields a patchwork against the wilder, untamed slopes. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and pine needles, and when the sun dips low, it paints the western peaks in hues of lavender and bruised plum, a silent, majestic spectacle. The Scott River itself, a ribbon of cool, clear water, meanders through the heart of the county, its banks lined with sycamores and willows, offering a constant, murmuring presence. The story of Scott is deeply entwined with the coal that once pulsed beneath its surface, a history that shaped its economy and the very character of its people. For generations, the rhythmic clang of pickaxes and the rumble of mine carts echoed through these valleys, supporting families and fueling industries far beyond these hills. Though the dominance of coal has waned, the legacy remains in the weathered faces and the enduring spirit of resilience found in Scott. Today, agriculture, particularly cattle farming, and a growing interest in heritage tourism are beginning to define the economic landscape, drawing visitors to the natural beauty and the echoes of a robust past. The distinctive sound of bluegrass music, a vibrant thread in the cultural fabric, can still be heard drifting from front porches and community gatherings, a testament to the enduring traditions of this Appalachian corner.

About This Scott Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Scott, Virginia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Scott and Scott County.

Detailed location data for Scott includes the ZIP code (24251), telephone area code (276), county seat of Scott County (Gate City), 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 Scott is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.