Chesterfield County, Virginia

Chesterfield County
Chesterfield County
U.S. county
	County of Chesterfield
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Country	United States ;
Seat	Chesterfield Court House
Area
• Total	437 sq mi (1,130 km2)
• Land	423 sq mi (1,100 km2)
• Water	14 sq mi (40 km2)
Population (2020)
• Total	364,548
• Density	830/sq mi (320/km2)
Website	www.chesterfield.gov

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Chesterfield County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 364,548. Its county seat is Chesterfield Court House.

History[edit | edit source]

Chesterfield County was established in 1749 from parts of Henrico County. The county was named for Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield, a British statesman and writer. The area has a rich history, including significant events during the American Civil War.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Chesterfield County is located in the central part of Virginia. It is bordered by the James River to the north and the Appomattox River to the south. The county has a total area of 437 square miles, of which 423 square miles is land and 14 square miles is water.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, Chesterfield County had a population of 364,548. The county has a diverse population with a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Chesterfield County is diverse, with key industries including manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. The county is home to several large employers and has a growing business community.

Education[edit | edit source]

Chesterfield County Public Schools is the public school system serving the county. The county is also home to several private schools and higher education institutions, including John Tyler Community College.

Government[edit | edit source]

Chesterfield County is governed by a Board of Supervisors, which is elected by the residents. The county also has a County Administrator who oversees the day-to-day operations of the county government.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Chesterfield County is served by several major highways, including Interstate 95, Interstate 295, and U.S. Route 1. The county also has a public transportation system operated by the Greater Richmond Transit Company.

Communities[edit | edit source]

Chesterfield County includes several unincorporated communities and census-designated places, such as:

Notable People[edit | edit source]

Arthur Ashe, professional tennis player
Moses Malone, professional basketball player

References[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]

Official website

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