Emporia is located in
Greensville County in the
Central Region of the state. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 5,474, a decrease of 5 since 1990. Emporia was named as a commercial center and its well-known residents have included: Henry Jordan, football player. Accommodations in Emporia include Best Western Emporia, Comfort Inn, Days Inn and
Hampton Inn.
