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Capital - Richmond

No. of Counties - 133

Population - 8,683,619

Area - 42,774.2 sq mi (110,785.67 km2) sqkm

Pop. Density - 219.3/sq mi (84.7/km2)

Median Household Income - $80,615

Official Website - https://www.virginia.gov/

Virginia Counties (133)

Accomack

Albemarle

Alleghany

Amelia

Amherst

Appomattox

Arlington

Augusta

Bath

Bedford

Bland

Botetourt

Brunswick

Buchanan

Buckingham

Campbell

Caroline

Carroll

Charles City

Charlotte

Chesterfield

Clarke

Craig

Culpeper

Cumberland

Dickenson

Dinwiddie

Essex

Fairfax

Fauquier

Floyd

Fluvanna

Franklin

Frederick

Giles

Gloucester

Goochland

Grayson

Greene

Greensville

Halifax

Hanover

Henrico

Henry

Highland

Isle of Wight

James City

King and Queen

King George

King William

Lancaster

Lee

Loudoun

Louisa

Lunenburg

Madison

Mathews

Mecklenburg

Middlesex

Montgomery

Nelson

New Kent

Northampton

Northumberland

Nottoway

Orange

Page

Patrick

Pittsylvania

Powhatan

Prince Edward

Prince George

Prince William

Pulaski

Rappahannock

Richmond

Roanoke

Rockbridge

Rockingham

Russell

Scott

Shenandoah

Smyth

Southampton

Spotsylvania

Stafford

Surry

Sussex

Tazewell

Warren

Washington

Westmoreland

Wise

Wythe

York

Alexandria City

Bristol City

Buena Vista City

Charlottesville City

Chesapeake City

Colonial Heights City

Covington City

Danville City

Emporia City

Falls Church City

Fredericksburg City

Galax City

Hampton City

Harrisonburg City

Hopewell City

Lexington City

Lynchburg City

Manassas City

Manassas Park City

Martinsville City

Newport News City

Norfolk City

Norton City

Petersburg City

Poquoson City

Portsmouth City

Radford City

Salem City

Staunton City

Suffolk City

Virginia Beach City

Waynesboro City

Williamsburg City

Winchester City

Fairfax City

Franklin City

Richmond City

Roanoke City

Click above on Virginia Counties to know more.

About - Virginia

Virginia, also known as the "Old Dominion," is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States. Here are some key facts about Virginia:

  1. Capital: Richmond
  2. Population: As of my last update, Virginia had a population of over 8 million people, making it the 12th most populous state in the U.S.
  3. Statehood: Virginia was one of the original 13 colonies and became the 10th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on June 25, 1788.
  4. Nickname: "Old Dominion"
  5. Motto: "Sic Semper Tyrannis" (Latin for "Thus Always to Tyrants")
  6. Governor: The governor of Virginia (as of my last update) was Ralph Northam.
  7. Geography: Virginia is bordered by Maryland and the District of Columbia to the north and east, by West Virginia and Kentucky to the west, and by North Carolina and Tennessee to the south. The Atlantic Ocean borders Virginia to the east.
  8. Economy: Virginia's economy is diverse, with major sectors including agriculture, government, military, technology, and tourism.
  9. History: Virginia played a crucial role in the early history of the United States, being home to Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North America, established in 1607. It was also a key battleground during the American Revolutionary War and the Civil War.
  10. Education: Virginia is home to many prestigious universities and colleges, including the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, and the College of William & Mary.
  11. Government: Virginia has a bicameral legislature consisting of the House of Delegates and the Senate. It has a long history of influential politicians and political figures.
  12. Natural Beauty: Virginia boasts diverse geography, including mountains, beaches, and forests. Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Mountains are popular outdoor destinations.
  13. Military Presence: Virginia has a significant military presence, with numerous military bases including the Pentagon, Naval Station Norfolk, and Fort Belvoir.

These are just some key facts about Virginia, a state rich in history, culture, and natural beauty.

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