Amherst, Virginia
Amherst is a town in Amherst County, Virginia, with an estimated population of 2,113 in 2023. It sits at 37.5819, -79.0520 in the America/New_York time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Amherst |
| Type | town |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Amherst County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 2,113 |
| Land area | 4.90 sq mi (12.70 km²) |
| Coordinates | 37.5819, -79.0520 |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| ZIP codes | 24521 |
ZIP codes and area codes for Amherst
Amherst covers 1 ZIP code: 24521. Browse all ZIP codes in Virginia for the full list.
Where is Amherst?
Amherst is located in Virginia, in Amherst County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Lynchburg 24 km · VABuena Vista 32 km · VAAppomattox 32 km · VAGlasgow 36 km · VALexington 41 km · VABedford 49 km · VADillwyn 52 km · VAAltavista 55 km · VA
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Frequently asked questions
What county is Amherst, VA in?
Amherst is in Amherst County, Virginia.
What is the population of Amherst, VA?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 2,113.
What time zone is Amherst in?
Amherst is in the America/New_York time zone.