Powhatan County, Virginia
Quick answer: Powhatan County is a county in Virginia with its seat at Powhatan. Its estimated population in 2025 was 32,591, up 7.4% since 2020. It covers about 260 square miles of land.
| Type | county |
|---|---|
| County seat | Powhatan |
| Established | 1777 |
| Population, 2025 estimate | 32,591 |
| Population, 2020 estimate | 30,453 |
| Change 2020–2025 | 7.0% |
| Rank by population in Virginia | 56 of 133 |
Overview
Powhatan County is a county in the Commonwealth of Virginia, one of 95 in the state.[1] The county seat is Powhatan.[2] The county was established in 1777.[2] The name comes from Powhatan.[2]
Population of Powhatan County
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population of Powhatan County at 32,591 in July 2025, up 7.4% from the April 2020 base of 30,341.[1] That made it 56th of Virginia's 133 counties and independent cities by population. It ranked 17th for growth since 2020.[1]
From 2020 to 2025 the Census Bureau counted about 1,382 births and 1,535 deaths, so deaths outnumbered births by 153.[1] More people moved in from other parts of the United States than moved away. Net domestic migration was 2,338. Moves from abroad added 108.[1]
Geography
Powhatan County covers 260.2 square miles of land and 2.1 square miles of water.[3] By land area it ranks 77th of 133 in Virginia.[3] It had about 125 people per square mile in 2025, so it is mostly rural. Its geographic center lies near 37.55° N, 77.91° W.[3]
The county borders Amelia County, Chesterfield County, Cumberland County, Goochland County and Henrico County.[4]
The U.S. Geological Survey place-name database lists 25 named streams and 22 lakes and reservoirs in the county.[5]
Towns
Powhatan 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 Powhatan County?
Powhatan.
What is the population of Powhatan County?
About 32,591 people in 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
How big is Powhatan County?
About 260 square miles of land, plus 2.1 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, Powhatan 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.powhatanva.gov
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