CITY · VA

What county is Roanoke, VA in?

Roanoke, VA is mostly in Roanoke city. County FIPS code 51770, population 97,171 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Roanoke, Virginia
Primary county: Roanoke city
FIPS code: 51770
County population: 97,171

Some cities extend into more than one county. Roanoke is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Roanoke in?

Roanoke, VA is mostly in Roanoke city.

What is the county seat of Roanoke city?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.