Ashland district, Virginia
Ashland district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ashland district is a geographic entity located in Hanover County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,509. The land area covers 15.15 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,509 | ±890 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,983 | ±335 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 6,364 | ±336 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,983 | ±335 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 381 | ±157 |
| Median Home Value | $377,300 | ±$14,819 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,423 | ±$173 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $111,875 | ±$8,108 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,769 | ±$3,970 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,848 | ±422 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,445 | ±747 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.6% | ±1.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 115,309 (2024)
ID: 136009
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: GIS MANAGER
PO BOX 470, HANOVER VA 23069-0470
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Glen Allen, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Highland Springs, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Richmond, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Highland Springs, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Richmond, VA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | N | Richmond, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Richmond, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Richmond, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ashland, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mechanicsville, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics
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College Vocational | 2.6 mi away | 405 england st, Ashland, VA, 23005-2111 |
8049083223
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ASHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 201 S. RAILROAD AVENUE, ASHLAND, VA, 23005 |
(804) 798-4072
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Randolph-Macon College
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College | 2.8 mi away | 204 Henry St, Ashland, VA, 23005-5505 |
8047527200
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HANOVER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 7527 LIBRARY DRIVE, HANOVER, VA, 23069 |
(804) 365-6210
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Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
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College | 5.7 mi away | 8550 Magellan Parkway Suite 1100, Richmond, VA, 23227-1149 |
8046275300
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ATLEE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 9212 RUTLANDSHIRE DRIVE, MECHANICSVILLE, VA, 23116 |
(804) 559-0654
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Bon Secours St Mary's Hospital School of Medical Imaging
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College | 5.7 mi away | 8550 Magellan Pkwy Ste 700, Richmond, VA, 23227 |
8046275300
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NORTH PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 8508 FRANCONIA ROAD, HENRICO, VA, 23227 |
(804) 501-1970
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J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
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College | 6.5 mi away | 1651 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA, 23228-2327 |
8043713000
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GLEN ALLEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 10501 STAPLES MILL ROAD, GLEN ALLEN, VA, 23060 |
(804) 501-1950
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ASHLAND HANOVER CO MUNI AP, VA US, located 1.6 miles from Ashland district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.2° | 27.9° | 37.5° | 3.48" | — |
| February | 50.9° | 29.5° | 40.2° | 2.87" | — |
| March | 59.0° | 35.9° | 47.5° | 3.89" | — |
| April | 69.6° | 45.2° | 57.4° | 3.43" | — |
| May | 77.0° | 54.7° | 65.8° | 4.33" | — |
| June | 84.8° | 63.2° | 74.0° | 4.14" | — |
| July | 88.7° | 67.8° | 78.3° | 3.98" | — |
| August | 86.9° | 66.1° | 76.5° | 4.93" | — |
| September | 80.7° | 59.4° | 70.0° | 4.04" | — |
| October | 70.1° | 47.5° | 58.8° | 3.65" | — |
| November | 59.5° | 37.6° | 48.6° | 3.39" | — |
| December | 50.8° | 30.9° | 40.9° | 3.68" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland town | Town | 2.6 mi | — |
| Glen Allen CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Hanover CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Chamberlayne CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Laurel CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Lakeside CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5108590096. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.