Rappahannock County, Virginia

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County in Virginia, United States

Rappahannock County

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Rappahannock County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 7,373. Its county seat is Washington.

History

Rappahannock County was established in 1833 from Culpeper County. The county is named for the Rappahannock River, which forms its northern boundary. The name "Rappahannock" comes from an Algonquian word meaning "river of quick, rising water."

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 267 square miles (690 km²), of which 266 square miles (690 km²) is land and 1.3 square miles (3.4 km²) (0.5%) is water.

Adjacent counties

• Page County - west
• Warren County - northwest
• Fauquier County - northeast
• Culpeper County - southeast
• Madison County - southwest

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, there were 7,373 people, 3,000 households, and 2,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 28 people per square mile (11/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 90.5% White, 5.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 3.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5% of the population.

Government and politics

Rappahannock County is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors, each elected from one of the county's five districts. The county is part of Virginia's 5th congressional district.

Economy

The economy of Rappahannock County is primarily based on agriculture, tourism, and small businesses. The county is known for its wineries, bed and breakfasts, and outdoor recreational activities.

Education

Rappahannock County is served by the Rappahannock County Public Schools system, which includes one elementary school and one high school.

Communities

Towns

• Washington

Unincorporated communities

• Amissville
• Flint Hill
• Sperryville

Notable people

• John Jackson, blues musician
• James L. Kemper, Confederate general and Governor of Virginia

See also

• National Register of Historic Places listings in Rappahannock County, Virginia
• Rappahannock River
• Shenandoah National Park

External links

• Official website