Elevation
Highest point in Virginia
The highest point in Virginia is Mount Rogers, at 5,711 feet (1,741 meters) above sea level. It ranks 19th among the 50 state high points.
From Atlantic Ocean to Mount Rogers
Virginia spans about 5,711 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 5.68 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 201 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Virginia · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Virginia
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Roanoke, VA | 935 | 285 |
| Lynchburg, VA | 630 | 192 |
| Charlottesville, VA | 466 | 142 |
| Richmond, VA | 210 | 64 |
| Newport News, VA | 20 | 6 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 10 | 3 |
| Norfolk, VA | 7 | 2 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Virginia?
The highest point in Virginia is Mount Rogers, at 5,711 feet (1,741 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 19th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Virginia?
The lowest point is Atlantic Ocean, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of Virginia?
The mean elevation of Virginia is about 951 feet (290 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Mount Rogers?
On a standard day about 24.24 inHg (821 hPa), 81% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 201 °F (94 °C).