Sussex County, Virginia

**Sussex County**
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Name	County of Sussex
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County in Virginia, United States

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Sussex County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 10,829. Its county seat is Sussex.

History[edit | edit source]

Sussex County was established in 1754 from Surry County. The county was named after the county of Sussex in England. The area has a rich history, including significant events during the American Civil War.

Geography[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 493 square miles (1,280 km²), of which 491 square miles (1,270 km²) is land and 2.2 square miles (5.7 km²) (0.4%) is water.

Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]

Dinwiddie County - north
Prince George County - northeast
Surry County - east
Southampton County - southeast
Greensville County - southwest
Brunswick County - west

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, there were 10,829 people, 4,000 households, and 2,800 families residing in the county. The population density was 22 people per square mile (8/km²).

Government and infrastructure[edit | edit source]

The county is governed by a Board of Supervisors with representatives from each of the county's districts. The county also has a Sheriff's Office, Fire Department, and other essential services.

Education[edit | edit source]

Sussex County is served by Sussex County Public Schools, which includes several elementary, middle, and high schools.

Communities[edit | edit source]

Towns[edit | edit source]

Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]

Notable people[edit | edit source]

Richard Bland, a Founding Father and early advocate for American independence.
George H. Thomas, a Union general during the American Civil War.

References[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]

Official website

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