New Kent County, Virginia
Quick answer: New Kent County is a county in Virginia with its seat at New Kent. Its estimated population in 2025 was 28,022, up 22.1% since 2020. It covers about 210 square miles of land.
| Type | county |
|---|---|
| County seat | New Kent |
| Established | 1654 |
| Population, 2025 estimate | 28,022 |
| Population, 2020 estimate | 23,118 |
| Change 2020–2025 | 21.2% |
| Rank by population in Virginia | 67 of 133 |
Overview
New Kent County is a county in the Commonwealth of Virginia, one of 95 in the state.[1] The county seat is New Kent.[2] The county was established in 1654.[2] The name comes from Kent.[2]
Population of New Kent County
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population of New Kent County at 28,022 in July 2025, up 22.1% from the April 2020 base of 22,942.[1] That made it 67th of Virginia's 133 counties and independent cities by population. It ranked 1st for growth since 2020.[1]
From 2020 to 2025 the Census Bureau counted about 1,441 births and 1,262 deaths, a natural increase of 179.[1] More people moved in from other parts of the United States than moved away. Net domestic migration was 4,850. Moves from abroad added 10.[1]
Geography
New Kent County covers 210.0 square miles of land and 13.7 square miles of water.[3] By land area it ranks 86th of 133 in Virginia.[3] It had about 133 people per square mile in 2025, so it is mostly rural. Its geographic center lies near 37.51° N, 77.00° W.[3]
The county borders Charles City County, Hanover County, Henrico County, James City County, King William County and King and Queen County.[4]
The U.S. Geological Survey place-name database lists 36 named streams, 1 named summit, 15 lakes and reservoirs and 4 islands in the county.[5]
Towns
New Kent 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 New Kent County?
New Kent.
What is the population of New Kent County?
About 28,022 people in 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
How big is New Kent County?
About 210 square miles of land, plus 13.7 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, New Kent 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.new-kent.va.us
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