Orange County, Virginia

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Orange County
U.S. county
County of Orange
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Coordinates:
Country	United States
Seat	Orange
Area
• Total	343 sq mi (890 km2)
• Land	341 sq mi (880 km2)
• Water	2 sq mi (5 km2)
Population  (2020)
• Total	37,526
• Density	110/sq mi (42/km2)

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Orange County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 37,526. The county seat is the town of Orange.

History

Orange County was established in 1734 from a portion of Spotsylvania County. It was named after William of Orange, who was the King of England at the time. The county has a rich history, including its role in the American Civil War, where it was the site of several significant battles.

Geography

Orange County is located in the central part of Virginia. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 343 square miles, of which 341 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water.

Adjacent counties

• Madison County (northwest)
• Culpeper County (north)
• Spotsylvania County (east)
• Louisa County (south)
• Greene County (west)

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, there were 37,526 people residing in the county. The population density was auto per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with significant African American and smaller Asian American and Hispanic populations.

Economy

The economy of Orange County is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is known for its wineries and historical sites, which attract visitors from around the region.

Education

Orange County is served by the Orange County Public Schools system, which includes several elementary, middle, and high schools. The county is also home to Germanna Community College, which offers higher education opportunities to residents.

Transportation

Major highways that run through Orange County include U.S. Route 15 and State Route 20. The county is also served by several local roads and public transportation options.

Communities

Towns

• Gordonsville
• Orange

Unincorporated communities

• Barboursville
• Rapidan

Notable people

• James Madison, the fourth President of the United States, was born in Orange County.
• Zachary Taylor, the twelfth President of the United States, also has ties to the county.

See also

• List of counties in Virginia
• National Register of Historic Places listings in Orange County, Virginia