Goochland County, Virginia
Quick answer: Goochland County is a county in Virginia with its seat at Goochland. Its estimated population in 2025 was 29,187, up 18.0% since 2020. It covers about 282 square miles of land.
| Type | county |
|---|---|
| County seat | Goochland |
| Established | 1727 |
| Population, 2025 estimate | 29,187 |
| Population, 2020 estimate | 24,866 |
| Change 2020–2025 | 17.4% |
| Rank by population in Virginia | 62 of 133 |
Overview
Goochland County is one of the 95 counties of Virginia.[1] The county seat is Goochland.[2] The county was established in 1727.[2] The name comes from Sir William Gooch, 1st Baronet.[2]
Population of Goochland County
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population of Goochland County at 29,187 in July 2025, up 18.0% from the April 2020 base of 24,744.[1] That made it 62nd of Virginia's 133 counties and independent cities by population. It ranked 2nd for growth since 2020.[1]
From 2020 to 2025 the Census Bureau counted about 928 births and 1,432 deaths, so deaths outnumbered births by 504.[1] More people moved in from other parts of the United States than moved away. Net domestic migration was 4,725. Moves from abroad added 164.[1]
Geography
Goochland County covers 282.1 square miles of land and 8.5 square miles of water.[3] By land area it ranks 71st of 133 in Virginia.[3] It had about 103 people per square mile in 2025, so it is mostly rural. Its geographic center lies near 37.72° N, 77.92° W.[3]
The county borders Chesterfield County, Cumberland County, Fluvanna County, Hanover County, Henrico County, Louisa County and Powhatan County.[4]
The U.S. Geological Survey place-name database lists 34 named streams, 2 named summits, 16 lakes and reservoirs and 3 islands in the county.[5]
Towns
Goochland County has no incorporated towns. Its communities are unincorporated and governed directly by the county.[6]
Frequently asked questions
What is the county seat of Goochland County?
Goochland.
What is the population of Goochland County?
About 29,187 people in 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
How big is Goochland County?
About 282 square miles of land, plus 8.5 square miles of water.
References
- [1] U.S. Census Bureau, County Population Totals and Components of Change: 2020-2025 (Vintage 2025) – last checked 11/08/2026
- [2] Wikidata, Goochland County, Virginia (open data, CC0) – last checked 11/08/2026
- [3] U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 Gazetteer Files: Counties – last checked 11/08/2026
- [4] U.S. Census Bureau, County Adjacency File (2024) – last checked 11/08/2026
- [5] U.S. Geological Survey, Geographic Names Information System (GNIS), Domestic Names – last checked 11/08/2026
- [6] U.S. Census Bureau, City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2025 – last checked 11/08/2026
Official website: www.co.goochland.va.us
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