Central district, Virginia
Central district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Central district is a geographic entity located in Essex County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,924. The land area covers 39.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,924 | ±567 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±7.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 987 | ±166 | 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 | 1,215 | ±189 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 987 | ±166 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 228 | ±78 |
| Median Home Value | $229,700 | ±$69,373 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,407 | ±$1,160 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,543 | ±$15,273 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,313 | ±$5,218 |
| Poverty Rate | 3% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 87 | ±44 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,205 | ±242 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.7% | ±9.6% |
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: 10,683 (2024)
ID: 136007
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 1079, TAPPAHANNOCK VA 22560-1079
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | King William, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | N | Tappahannock, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | King William, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hague, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Tappahannock, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | King William, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Tappahannock, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | King William, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | St Stephens Church, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Warsaw, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ESSEX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 117 N. CHURCH LANE, TAPPAHANNOCK, VA, 22560 |
(804) 443-4945
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RICHMOND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 52 CAMPUS DRIVE, WARSAW, VA, 22572 |
(804) 333-6710
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KING & QUEEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 396 NEWTOWN ROAD, ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH, VA, 23148 |
(804) 769-1623
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MONTROSS BRANCH
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 56 POLK ST, MONTROSS, VA, 22520 |
(804) 472-3820
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UPPER KING WILLIAM BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 694-J SHARON ROAD, KING WILLIAM, VA, 23086 |
(804) 769-3731
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NEWTON BRANCH
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 22 COLES POINT RD, HAGUE, VA, 22469 |
(804) 472-3820
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MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 7204 NORTHUMBERLAND HIGHWAY, HEATHSVILLE, VA, 22473 |
(804) 580-5051
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NORTHUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 7204 NORTHUMBERLAND HIGHWAY, HEATHSVILLE, VA, 22473 |
(804) 580-5051
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PORT ROYAL BRANCH
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Library | 24.2 mi away | 419 KING STREET, PORT ROYAL, VA, 22535 |
(804) 742-5254
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COOPER BRANCH
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 20 WASHINGTON AVE, COLONIAL BEACH, VA, 22443 |
(804) 472-3820
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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 WARSAW 2 NW, VA US, located 9.2 miles from Central district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.8° | 28.5° | 37.6° | 3.02" | 4.4" |
| February | 50.4° | 30.2° | 40.3° | 2.60" | 3.3" |
| March | 58.5° | 36.5° | 47.5° | 3.66" | 1.4" |
| April | 69.7° | 45.8° | 57.8° | 3.18" | 0.1" |
| May | 77.1° | 55.3° | 66.2° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.3° | 63.5° | 73.9° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.4° | 68.1° | 78.2° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.4° | 66.1° | 76.2° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.4° | 59.8° | 70.1° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.4° | 48.6° | 59.5° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| November | 59.5° | 39.1° | 49.3° | 3.29" | 0.1" |
| December | 50.0° | 32.3° | 41.2° | 3.30" | 2.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tappahannock town | Town | 2.2 mi | — |
| Warsaw town | Town | 8.9 mi | — |
| Montross town | Town | 14.1 mi | — |
| Central Garage CDP | CDP | 15.8 mi | — |
| King and Queen Court House CDP | CDP | 16.4 mi | — |
| King William CDP | CDP | 16.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5105790720. • 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.