James City County, Virginia
James City County: county in Virginia, United States
About
James City County is a county located in the U.S. state of Virginia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 67,009 and a population density of 144 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 77,612 inhabitants. Its county seat is Williamsburg. The county was created 391 years ago in 1634.
Quick Facts about James City County
| Population | 77,612 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| Area | 465 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 20.5% |
| Land as percent of area | 79.5% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.3133,-76.7738 |
| Named for | James VI and I |
| Altitude | 33 feet / 10 meters |
| Capital | Williamsburg |
| Establishment | July 09, 1634 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:08:57 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 167 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 13.66% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 60℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
James City County is located at 37°18'48"N 76°46'26"W (37.3133200, -76.7737600). It has 7 neighbors: Charles City County, Gloucester County, King and Queen County, New Kent County, Surry County, Williamsburg and York County.
James City County map
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James City County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in James City County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Wind around 0 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of James City County increased by 13.66% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67,009 | - | census |
| 2011 | 68,297 | 1.89% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 69,409 | 1.6% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 70,612 | 1.7% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 72,064 | 2.01% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 72,819 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 73,930 | 1.5% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 75,274 | 1.79% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 76,033 | 1% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 76,523 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 77,612 | 1.4% | estimation process |
People born in James City County (3)
People born in James City County, including politician John W. Lawson, Head baseball coach for the College of William & Mary in 1918 Bathurst Peachy, United States Army Medal of Honor recipient Edward Ratcliff, .
More notable people
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