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.
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 : | 01:47:22 (22nd December 2024) |
| Density : | 29 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 13.06% (2010-2020) |
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.
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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 |
- Official Website
Official website of Louisa County
Louisa County has 6 neighbours.
- Albemarle County county in Virginia, United States
- Fluvanna County county in Virginia, United States
- Goochland County county in Virginia, United States
- Hanover County county in Virginia, United States
- Orange County county in Virginia, United States
- Spotsylvania County county in Virginia, United States
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 |
People born in Louisa County (26)
People born in Louisa County, including politician Armistead Thomson Mason, politician George Poindexter, politician Arthur P. Bagby, .
List
- David Meriwether (American politician and lawyer (1800-1893)) he was born in 30/10/1800
- David Johnson (Governor of South Carolina (1782-1855)) he was born in 03/10/1782
- Joseph Winston (American politician (1746-1815)) he was born in 17/06/1746
- Henry Daniel (American lawyer and politician (1786-1873)) he was born in 15/03/1786
- John Mercer Langston (American politician (1829-1897)) he was born in 14/12/1829
- Henry Box Brown (American slave) he was born in 01/01/1815
- Charles Henry Langston (American abolitionist and political activist) he was born in 01/01/1817
- Dabney Carr (Virginia politician, brother-in-law of Thomas Jefferson) he was born in 26/10/1743
- David Bullock Harris (Confederate States Army Colonel) he was born in 28/09/1814
- David W. Taylor (United States Navy admiral) he was born in 04/03/1864
- H. R. Hundley (American football coach) he was born in 10/08/1867
- Hunter Carpenter (American football player (1883-1953)) he was born in 23/06/1883
- James Waddel Alexander (American Presbyterian minister and theologian) he was born in 13/03/1804
- John Overton (American judge, banker and political leader) he was born in 09/04/1766
- Joseph Cornelius Waddy (United States federal judge) he was born in 26/05/1911
- Thomas Overton (American army officer) he was born in 15/08/1753
- William Andrew Quarles (Confederate Army general) he was born in 04/07/1825
- William Butler (American militiaman, born 1759) he was born in 01/01/1759
Other places with the same name (2)
- Louisa County , Iowa county in Iowa, United States with a population of 11,011 people.
Virginia Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfax County | 1,150,847 | County in Virginia, United States |
| Prince William County | 475,533 | County in Virginia, United States |
| Virginia Beach | 451,231 | The most populous city in Virginia, Virginia Beach is a major center for tourism, military, and business. |
| Loudoun County | 422,784 | County in Virginia, United States |
| Chesterfield County | 358,245 | County in South Carolina, United States |
| Henrico County | 333,766 | County in Virginia, United States |
| Chesapeake | 247,011 | The second most populous city in Virginia. |
| Norfolk | 242,803 | The most populous city in Virginia. |
| Arlington County | 240,119 | County in Virginia, United States; suburb of Washington, D. |
| Richmond | 232,226 | The capital of Virginia. |
| Arlington | 229,164 | A county in Virginia. |
| City of Portsmouth | 215,133 | Administrative division in Virginia, United States |
| Newport News | 179,062 | The second most populous city in Virginia. |
| Alexandria | 158,726 | A city in Virginia. |
| Stafford County | 156,748 | County in Virginia, United States |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | Town in New York |
