Town of Vinton

The Town of Vinton is located in Roanoke County, and is bordered on its western and northern limits by the City of Roanoke.

Vinton provides small town character with urban services and amenities located nearby.

There are opportunities for outdoor recreation, such as sections of the Roanoke Valley Greenway network and the town's Tinker Creek Canoe Launch, which connects to the Roanoke River Blueway.

You can also get a photo with the Vinton-themed LOVEwork art in front of the Vinton War Memorial.

For entertainment and fun, check out Rosie's Gaming Emporium and the Lancerlot Sports Complex.

Download a map of Downtown Vinton with helpful information about locations of businesses and parking >

The following pages feature more information about things to do and local businesses in the Town of Vinton:

• Food & Drink
• Shopping
• Things to Do
• Calendar of Events
• Business Services
• Roanoke River Blueway
• Roanoke Valley Greenways

The small town atmosphere is characterized by a low crime rate, small locally- and regionally-owned businesses, and moderately priced homes.

Vinton represents the ideal type of community, small enough to provide a feeling of "belonging," yet progressive enough to provide the facilities, services, and conveniences that are necessary to make a community "home" to its citizens.

History of Vinton

Statistics & General Info

Population: 8,059 (as of 2020 census)

Founded: 1884

Education: 2 Public Elementary Schools, 1 Public Middle School, 1 Public High School - William Byrd High School

District: 6th Congressional District

Type of Government: Town Council & Town Manager

Land Area: 3.2 square miles