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Louisa County Real Estate

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About Louisa County

History

Formed in 1742 from Hanover County, Louisa County was named for Princess Louisa, daughter of King George II and Queen Caroline of England and wife of King Frederick V of Denmark. Its central Virginia location put it squarely in the path of Revolutionary and Civil War action and other historical events.

  • It was from Cuckoo Tavern in Louisa County that on June 3, 1781, Jack Jouett rode through the night to Charlottesville and Monticello warning Governor Thomas Jefferson and the Virginia Assemblymen of the approaching British army.
  • The Battle of Trevilian Station, the largest cavalry battle of the War Between the States, was fought in western Louisa County.
  • Always primarily agricultural, the county still has many lovely homes from the 18th and 19th centuries.

Location

Ideally located in the rolling Central Piedmont region near the heart of Virginia in the prosperous Richmond, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg triangle, Louisa County is within 500 miles of one-half of the nation's population. The 514 square miles are predominantly farm and forest lands, mixed with business, industrial, and residential properties.

The county seat, the Town of Louisa, is located just 50 miles from the state capital in Richmond, 95 miles from the nation's capital in Washington, D.C., 35 miles from Charlottesville, home of Thomas Jefferson's University, and 45 miles from Fredericksburg. The town of Mineral is the county's other incorporated town. The county population numbers about 26,900.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 25,627 people, 9,945 households, and 7,259 families residing in the county. The population density was 20/km² (52/mi²). There were 11,855 housing units at an average density of 9/km² (24/mi²). The racial makeup of the county was 76.55% White, 21.58% Black or African American, 0.42% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.18% from other races, and 1.01% from two or more races. 0.71% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 9,945 households out of which 31.20% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.30% were married couples living together, 10.80% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.00% were non-families. 22.10% of all households were made up of individuals and 9.00% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the county, the population was spread out with 24.40% under the age of 18, 6.60% from 18 to 24, 29.90% from 25 to 44, 26.20% from 45 to 64, and 12.90% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 96.90 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.90 males.

The median income for a household in the county was $39,402, and the median income for a family was $44,722. Males had a median income of $31,764 versus $24,826 for females. The per capita income for the county was $19,479. 10.20% of the population and 7.10% of families were below the poverty line. 13.00% of those under the age of 18 and 12.50% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

Recreation. Attractions, Dining & Shopping 

The Piedmont area between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Atlantic coastal plain is famous for its multifaceted recreational appeal.

  • Golfing. Two courses are available to the public: Tanyard Country Club in historic Louisa and Shenandoah Crossing in the foothills of the Shenandoahs.
  • Airplane Rides and Skydiving. Louisa County Airport has very modern facilities for aerial activities.
  • Bicycling. Many miles of beautiful back roads and lanes for biking have little traffic and terrific pastoral scenes.
  • Sports. The Louisa County Department of Parks and Recreation offers a number of programs for persons of all ages.
  • Water sports. Lake Anna and Lake Louisa provide swimming, fishing, boating, and sailing. In addition, jet skiing and sailboarding are allowed on Lake Anna. Lake Anna State Park, several private marinas, and several campgrounds offer a wide range of activities and equipment rentals.

From the Revolutionary days through the Civil War, Virginia and Louisa County have been in the hub of history. Whether you are inspired by that great patriot Patrick Henry or curious about the largest all-cavalry engagement of the Civil War, you will find your visit to Louisa County steeped in the history of America.