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The 434 area code had a total population of 666,437 in 2025, based on aggregated county and city data. The region shows a diverse demographic composition with White residents comprising 67.7% (451,133), Black/African American residents at 23.7% (157,881), and growing multicultural communities including Asian (2.2%) and Hispanic/Latino (4.2%) populations.
Key demographic characteristics include:
This diverse and vibrant market presents significant opportunities for local businesses to serve varied customer needs.
Area code 434 operates in the Eastern Time Zone (ET), observing Eastern Standard Time (EST) and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Aligning business hours with this time zone is vital for timely customer interactions and operational efficiency.
The 434 region supports a thriving small business ecosystem, with nearly 70% of Lynchburg enterprises having under 10 employees, reflecting a strong entrepreneurial culture. The area's employment is concentrated in health care (14.8%), educational services (14.3%), and retail trade (11.0%), with manufacturing representing 10.3%.
Recent economic developments have created significant opportunities for local businesses:
These businesses form the backbone of the local economy, from hair salons and barber shops to computer repair services, home security firms, spas, wellness centers, fitness centers, and gyms.
Charlottesville, within area code 434, is renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit and has emerged as a biotechnology incubator. A $14.3 million award from GO Virginia will launch a biotech accelerator, supplemented by a $750,000 University of Virginia lease for wet lab space. Programs such as the Charlottesville Business Innovation Council provide resources and networking that fuel startup growth.
Meanwhile, Appomattox County leads southside Virginia in economic growth, with GDP expanding 10.2% in 2021 and 3.9% in 2022—outpacing the state average. This supportive environment has cultivated a thriving small-business ecosystem, making 434 a prime location for new ventures.
By leveraging Goodcall, businesses in area code 434 can streamline communications, cut operational costs, and boost customer satisfaction.
Area code 434 includes:
It also spans these counties:
Understanding this geographic scope helps businesses tailor communications and customer outreach effectively.
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