Louisa County, Virginia

Louisa County: County in Virginia, United States

About

Louisa County is a county located in the U.S. state of Virginia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 33,153 and a population density of 25 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 38,132 inhabitants. Its county seat is Louisa. The county was created 282 years ago in 1741.

Louisa County is located in central Virginia. The county was established in 1742 and named after Princess Louise of Great Britain. The county seat is Louisa.

Some key facts about Louisa County:

  • The population of Louisa County is around 36,000 people.
  • The county covers 516 square miles of land.
  • The county's main industries are agriculture, manufacturing, and retail.
  • Lake Anna, a popular recreational lake, is partially located in Louisa County.
  • Part of the Blue Ridge Mountains range runs through Louisa County.
  • Historic sites in the county include the Green Springs National Historic Landmark District.
  • The county government is led by a Board of Supervisors.

In summary, Louisa County has a long history and rural character. Its agriculture, scenic landscapes, and historic sites make it an interesting place to live and visit in central Virginia.

Louisa County locator map
Location of Louisa County on Virginia map.

Quick Facts about Louisa County

Population : 38,132 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Virginia (United States)
Different from : Louisa County
Area : 1323 km2
Water as percent of area : 2.9%
Land as percent of area : 97.1%
Named for : Louise of Great Britain
Altitude : 410 feet / 125 meters
Capital : Louisa
Establishment : January 01, 1742
Time Zone : America/New_York
Local time : 23:15:35 (5th December 2024)
Density : 29 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 13.06% (2010-2020)
Louisa County Courthouse 'Built 1905'  Louisa 'Louisa County  Virginia' image
Louisa County Courthouse 'Built 1905' Louisa 'Louisa County Virginia'
Louisa County Courthouse 'Built 1905'  Louisa 'Louisa County  Virginia' image

Geography

Louisa County is located at 37°58'42"N 77°57'47"W (37.9782100, -77.9629800). It has 6 neighbors: Albemarle County, Fluvanna County, Goochland County, Hanover County, Orange County and Spotsylvania County.

Louisa County map

The largest city of Louisa County is Louisa with a population of 1,764. . See all Louisa County cities & populated places.

Louisa County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Louisa County.

City Name Population Title
Louisa 1,764 County in Virginia, United States
Mineral 529 Town of the United States

Louisa County has 6 neighbours.

Demographics

The population of Louisa County increased by 13.06% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 33,153 - census
2011 33,465 0.93% estimation process
2012 33,494 0.09% estimation process
2013 33,987 1.45% estimation process
2014 34,310 0.94% estimation process
2015 34,611 0.87% estimation process
2016 35,304 1.96% estimation process
2017 35,912 1.69% estimation process
2018 36,784 2.37% estimation process
2019 37,591 2.15% estimation process
2020 38,132 1.42% estimation process

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People born in Louisa County (26)

People born in Louisa County, including politician Armistead Thomson Mason, politician George Poindexter, politician Arthur P. Bagby, .

List

Other places with the same name (2)

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