Amherst County, Virginia

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County in Virginia, United States


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Amherst County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 31,021. Its county seat is Amherst.

History[edit | edit source]

Amherst County was formed in 1761 from Albemarle County. The county is named for Jeffery Amherst, 1st Baron Amherst, known for his service during the French and Indian War.

Geography[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 479 square miles (1,240 km²), of which 474 square miles (1,230 km²) is land and 5.1 square miles (13 km²) (1.1%) is water.

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Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the census of 2020, there were 31,021 people, 12,000 households, and 8,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 65 people per square mile (25/km²).

Government and infrastructure[edit | edit source]

The county is governed by a Board of Supervisors and has various departments to manage services such as public safety, health, and education.

Education[edit | edit source]

Amherst County is served by Amherst County Public Schools, which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and Amherst County High School.

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