Wakefield, Virginia
Wakefield: city in Sussex County, Virginia, United States of America
About
Wakefield is a city located in the county of City of Alexandria in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 927 and a population density of 279 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 805 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Wakefield
| Population | 805 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | City of Alexandria |
| Postal code | 23888 |
| Phone Area Codes | 434 |
| Area | 3.33 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.8115,-77.1072 |
| Altitude | 98 feet / 30 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:41:15 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 242 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -15.16% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Wakefield is located at 38°48'41"N 77°6'26"W (38.8115000, -77.1072000).
Wakefield map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers after 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Wakefield decreased by 15.16% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 927 | - | census |
| 2011 | 920 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 901 | -2.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 882 | -2.15% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 876 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 872 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 856 | -1.87% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 845 | -1.3% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 833 | -1.44% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 825 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 805 | -2.48% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Wakefield
1Big Woods Wildlife Management Area
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Where to Eat in Wakefield
1bp
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Services and Civic Places in Wakefield
1Wakefield Town Office
200 W Main St, Wakefield, VA 23888 View details
Phone: +17578992361
People born in Wakefield (1)
American politician Henry W. Holt was born in Wakefield
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Wakefield, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 427894 | CET-Alexandria | Alexandria (VA) | 22312 |
Nearby Transit Stations (22)
Rail and bus stations connected to Wakefield, VA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALX | Union Station | 110 Callahan Drive | RAIL |
| WAS | Washington Union Station | 50 Massachusetts Ave NE | RAIL |
| LOR | Lorton station | 8006 Lorton Road | RAIL |
| BCV | Burke Centre | 10399 Premier Court | RAIL |
| WDB | Woodbridge station | 1040 Express Way | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Wakefield.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Center Finance Un Post Office | Alexandria (VA) | 22304 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Wakefield, New York A town in Westchester County, New York. with a population of 52,201 people.
- Wakefield, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts with a population of 27,051 people.
- Wakefield, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire with a population of 5,122 people.
- Wakefield, Nebraska city in Nebraska with a population of 1,362 people.
- Wakefield, Kansas city in Kansas with a population of 920 people.
- Wakefield, Michigan city in Gogebic County, Michigan with a population of 291 people.
Other cities in City of Alexandria
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in City of Alexandria , VA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | 158,726 | A city in Virginia. |