โ˜ฐ Tourism Stats Website

๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿ‚ Blue Ridge

Tourism and Demographic Statistics for Blue Ridge Mountains, VA-NC-GA-TN-SC-MD-PA-WV.

๐Ÿ† destination score

80%

๐ŸŒฑ tourism development

48%

๐Ÿก culinary diversity

72%

๐Ÿ’– something for everyone

89%

๐Ÿ™๏ธ total quality assets

9,549

๐Ÿ›Ž๏ธ accommodations

1,651

  • ๐Ÿ›‹๏ธ Hotel: 669
  • ๐Ÿงญ Other: 411
  • ๐Ÿฅ Bed & Breakfast: 289
  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Resort: 256
  • ๐Ÿ•๏ธ Campground: 188
  • ๐ŸŽฒ Casino: 3

๐Ÿ—ฝ attractions

1,956

  • ๐Ÿž๏ธ Outdoors: 932
  • ๐Ÿงญ Other: 714
  • ๐Ÿง  Education: 243
  • ๐ŸŒพ Agriculture: 92
  • ๐Ÿท Wine & Spirits: 60
  • ๐ŸŽจ Arts: 50

๐Ÿœ food

3,805

  • ๐Ÿงญ Other: 1,764
  • ๐Ÿ” American: 583
  • โ˜• Beverages: 415
  • ๐ŸŒฏ Southwestern: 347
  • ๐Ÿฐ Desserts: 319
  • ๐Ÿ— Southern: 299
  • ๐Ÿ• European: 290
  • ๐Ÿฃ Asian: 137
  • ๐ŸŸ Seafood: 87

๐Ÿ›๏ธ shopping

2,137

  • ๐Ÿงญ Other: 944
  • ๐Ÿ•ฏ๏ธ Specialty Store: 665
  • ๐Ÿฌ Mall & Plaza: 318
  • ๐Ÿ‘– Thrifts & Antiques: 285
  • ๐Ÿงบ Local Market: 204
  • ๐ŸŽ Gift Shop: 108

๐Ÿงณ annual visitors

40.27 million

(estimated)

๐ŸŒœ overnight visitors

26.17 million

๐ŸšŒ daytrip visitors

14.09 million

๐Ÿ’ต economic impact

$32.70 billion

$7,412 per resident

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ total population

4.41 million

๐Ÿ“ total area size

35,438 sq. mi.

๐Ÿ˜๏ธ population density

124 per sq. mi.

๐Ÿงฎ average age

44 years old

๐Ÿงธ gen beta

15,427

0%

๐Ÿค– gen alpha

486,600

11%

๐Ÿ“ฑ gen z

912,844

20%

๐Ÿ’ป millenials

784,522

17%

๐Ÿ“ผ gen x

856,040

19%

๐ŸŽธ baby boomers

1.07 million

24%

๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ silent generation

290,296

9%

๐Ÿ›ฌ total airports

35

โœˆ๏ธ GSP

Greenville Spartanburg International Airport

12 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ IAD

Washington Dulles International Airport

19 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ ATL

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport

29 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ GSO

Piedmont Triad International Airport

41 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

43 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ CLT

Charlotte Douglas International Airport

61 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ BWI

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

62 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ RIC

Richmond International Airport

78 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ MDT

Harrisburg International Airport

92 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ CAE

Columbia Metropolitan Airport

101 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ HSV

Huntsville International Carl T Jones Field

103 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ RDU

Raleigh Durham International Airport

107 mi. away

โœˆ๏ธ BHM

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport

111 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ AVL

Asheville Regional Airport

In-Region

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ ROA

Roanokeโ€“Blacksburg Regional Airport

In-Region

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ TRI

Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport

In-Region

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ SHD

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport

In-Region

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ TYS

McGhee Tyson Airport

2 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ LYH

Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field

13 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ PDK

DeKalb Peachtree Airport

16 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ CHO

Charlottesville Albemarle Airport

18 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ CHA

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)

28 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ HGR

Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field

39 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ USA

Concord-Padgett Regional Airport

60 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ LWB

Greenbrier Valley Airport

76 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ AOO

Altoona Blair County Airport

82 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ JST

John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport

95 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ MCN

Middle Georgia Regional Airport

101 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ CSG

Columbus Metropolitan Airport

103 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ LNS

Lancaster Airport

106 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ BKW

Raleigh County Memorial Airport

108 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ AGS

Augusta Regional At Bush Field

112 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ LBE

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport

113 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ MGW

Morgantown Municipal Airport Walter L. (Bill) Hart Field

115 mi. away

๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธ SCE

State College Regional Airport

117 mi. away

โšก total EV chargers

1,247

๐Ÿš— average power

96 kW

๐Ÿ”‹ max power

480 kW

๐Ÿ“ map

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๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ personas

๐Ÿ’ฐ The Thrifty Traveler ๐Ÿ›’

95% Match

Saving on expenses, not on experiences. They're the budget magician who turns every penny into an adventure-packed memory.

๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ The Hiking Enthusiast ๐Ÿฅพ

95% Match

Peaks, trails, and untouched vistasโ€”this nature aficionado walks the walk, turning every hike into a breathtaking journey that leaves footprints on their soul.

๐ŸŒณ The Nature Lover ๐ŸŒฟ

90% Match

Whispering with the wilds, seeking solace in national parks and picturesque landscapes. If it's not under the sky, it's just not their kind of adventure.

๐Ÿก The Local Immersion Seeker ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ

90% Match

Touristy is not in their vocabulary. Armed with curiosity and a camera, they dive into the heart of a destination, embracing locals, flavors, and stories that go beyond the guidebook.

๐Ÿ„โ€โ™‚๏ธ The Adventure Aficionado ๐ŸŒ„

90% Match

From mountain tops to ocean waves, they're the adrenaline addict who believes life's a playground of thrills. If it doesn't make your heart race, they're not interested.

๐Ÿ’‘ The Romantic Escapist ๐Ÿ’–

90% Match

Lovebirds seeking moments that make time stand still, from intimate getaways to heart-fluttering views. With eyes locked and hands held, their love story becomes the backdrop to every journey.

๐Ÿš— The Road Tripper ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ

85% Match

With highways as their playground, they're the wanderer who uncovers hidden gems along the way. For them, the journey is just as exciting as the destination.

๐Ÿ“ธ The Passionate Photographer ๐Ÿ“ท

85% Match

Armed with a camera and an eye for the extraordinary, they're the memory maker capturing life's beautiful moments, one click at a time.

๐ŸŒฟ The Eco-Conservationist ๐ŸŒ

85% Match

In a world where green is the new black, this planet protector embarks on eco-adventures, championing wildlife, and leaving nothing but footprints and goodwill behind.

๐Ÿ‘ด๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ง The Parental Passage ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿ‘ต

85% Match

Bridging generations with travel, this explorer brings family tales to life, crafting memories that withstand time. It's more than a vacationโ€”it's a legacy in the making.

๐ŸŒƒ The Nightlife Nomad ๐ŸŽถ

80% Match

When the sun sets, this nocturnal explorer spreads their wings and takes flight into a world of live music, dance floors, and neon-lit alleys. If you need to know where the party's at, they're the ultimate nightlife oracle.

๐ŸŒพ The Agricultural Gastronaut ๐Ÿ…

80% Match

Boldly embarking on culinary expeditions where farm-to-table delights are savored with a mix of culinary curiosity and a tractor-load of appreciation for the humble yet exquisite flavors of the earth.

๐Ÿ’Ž The Luxury Lifestyle โœจ

80% Match

Seeking lavish accommodations, exquisite dining, and experiences fit for royalty. They're living their best life and making no apologies for it.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ The Artisan Shopper ๐ŸŽ

80% Match

Seeking treasures beyond the tourist traps, they're the retail detective on a mission to uncover hidden gems, local art, and souvenirs that tell a unique story.

๐Ÿšธ The Junior Jetsetters ๐Ÿ›ซ

80% Match

Parents and kids, on a journey of laughter and learning, one adventure at a time. From little steps to giant leaps, this family knows that the best destinations are the ones shared.

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ The Family Fusion ๐ŸŽˆ

80% Match

An orchestra of generations, this harmonious crew blends the laughter of kids, wisdom of parents, and spark of grandparents into a symphony of love, adventure, and unforgettable memories.

๐Ÿ“ฑ The Tech Savvy Trailblazer ๐ŸŒ

75% Match

Navigating both reality and the digital realm, they're the modern-day explorer searching for VR adventures and tech-infused destinations. They're living in the future and loving it.

๐Ÿ’ผ The Business Maven โŒš

75% Match

A jet-setting genius whose power suit is as sharp as their wit. They conquer conferences like a pro, turning networking into an art and transforming boardrooms into their personal stage.

๐Ÿ™๏ธ The Metropolitan Mapper ๐Ÿข

75% Match

Navigating the concrete jungles with an artful twist, this urbanite thrives on neon lights, culture galore, and the city's heartbeat after dark. They don't just visit cities, they conquer them.

๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ The Retro Revivalist ๐Ÿ•น๏ธ

75% Match

Embracing nostalgia and vintage charm, they're the traveler stepping back in time to experience the past's magical allure.

๐ŸŽญ The Cultural Voyager ๐ŸŽช

75% Match

Cultural tapestries, traditions, and festivalsโ€”this curious globetrotter immerses themselves in the heart of destinations, unraveling their secrets.

๐Ÿ” The Culinary Explorer ๐Ÿ•

75% Match

On a mission to devour local flavors and gastronomic wonders. Tasteless meals are a no-go; they're all about feasting on the extraordinary.

๐Ÿท The Wine and Spirits Connoisseur ๐Ÿฅ‚

75% Match

From vineyards to distilleries, they're the Sherlock Holmes of sips. Armed with a glass and an expert palate, they uncover the hidden flavors that make a destination truly intoxicating.

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™‚๏ธ The Wellness Wanderer ๐ŸŒฑ

75% Match

Armed with yoga mats and spa vouchers, they're the zen warrior of vacationing. Balancing chakras and soaking in serenity, they're the true masters of vacation relaxation.

๐Ÿ™๏ธ The Roaming Advocate ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ

70% Match

On a mission to paint the world with all colors of the rainbow, this fearless traveler seeks out destinations that embrace diversity like a warm hug. Inclusivity is their compass, and they're leading the way.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ The Americana Archivist ๐Ÿ—ฝ

70% Match

Chasing roadside wonders and quirky landmarks, they're the time traveler in search of small-town charm that spells out nostalgia in neon lights.

๐Ÿ“œ The History Buff ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

70% Match

Seeks Immersive experiences to connect with the nation's rich past, longing for encounters with iconic landmarks, well-curated museums, and insightful guided tours that unveil the layers of history hidden within the diverse landscapes of the country.

๐Ÿง™โ€โ™‚๏ธ The Treasure Hunter ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ

70% Match

Uncovering ancient stories and mysteries, this seeker of legends explores destinations steeped in tales of magic and wonder.

๐ŸŽถ The Music and Arts Devotee ๐ŸŽจ

70% Match

Culture is their currency, and festivals, concerts, and galleries are their playground. Armed with a ticket and a playlist, they're here to prove that life's better with a little more rhythm and a lot more color.

๐ŸŽข The Theme Park Enthusiast ๐ŸŽก

70% Match

They say life's a roller coaster, so they've made it their mission to ride every twist and turn. From scream-worthy drops to magical encounters, this thrill-seeker takes amusement to a whole new level.

๐ŸŒ The Diversity Discoverer ๐Ÿค

65% Match

On a mission to explore destinations where cultures blend like a symphony of flavors, celebrating the kaleidoscope of humanity. With a compass for inclusivity and a radar for minority-owned gems, they're rewriting the travel map one diverse experience at a time.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ The Beach Bum โ˜€๏ธ

60% Match

Sandy shores are their sanctuary, and the sound of waves is their daily symphony. With sunscreen in one hand and a beach read in the other, they've perfected the art of coastal relaxation.

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Place ID: 28140
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