District 3, Virginia
District 3 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 3 is a geographic entity located in Orange County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,248. The land area covers 58.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,248 | ±388 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs | ±8.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,433 | ±235 | 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 | 2,543 | ±252 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,433 | ±235 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 110 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $276,200 | ±$32,667 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,105 | ±$102 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,755 | ±$19,291 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,143 | ±$4,109 |
| Poverty Rate | 14% | ±7.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 803 | ±448 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,057 | ±358 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92% | ±3.6% |
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: 38,986 (2024)
ID: 191746
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF DEPUTY CLERK
PO BOX 111, ORANGE VA 22960-0800
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Culpeper, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Culpeper, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Culpeper, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Culpeper, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Culpeper, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Culpeper, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gordonsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Unionville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Locust Grove, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Locust Grove, 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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Culpeper Cosmetology Training Center
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College Vocational | 13.6 mi away | 311 South East Street #120, Culpeper, VA, 22701-1055 |
5407278003
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ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 146A MADISON RD., ORANGE, VA, 22960 |
(540) 672-3811
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Germanna Community College
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College | 15.4 mi away | 2130 Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA, 22508-2102 |
5404239030
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GORDONSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 319 N. MAIN ST., GORDONSVILLE, VA, 22942 |
(540) 832-0712
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CULPEPER COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 271 SOUTHGATE SHOPPING CENTER, CULPEPER, VA, 22701 |
(540) 825-8691
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MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 402 N MAIN ST, MADISON, VA, 22727 |
(540) 948-4720
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WILDERNESS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 6421 FLAT RUN RD., LOCUST GROVE, VA, 22508 |
(540) 661-5434
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LOUISA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 881 DAVIS HIGHWAY, MINERAL, VA, 23117 |
(540) 894-5853
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GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 222 MAIN STREET, STANARDSVILLE, VA, 22973 |
(434) 985-5227
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SNOW BRANCH
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Library | 24.9 mi away | 8740 COURTHOUSE RD, SPOTSYLVANIA, VA, 22553 |
(540) 372-1144
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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 PIEDMONT RSCH STN, VA US, located 5.6 miles from District 3. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.4° | 25.3° | 34.9° | 2.90" | 4.6" |
| February | 47.8° | 27.6° | 37.7° | 2.61" | 5.6" |
| March | 55.6° | 34.3° | 44.9° | 3.56" | 2.7" |
| April | 66.8° | 44.2° | 55.5° | 3.38" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.3° | 53.8° | 64.1° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.6° | 62.5° | 72.5° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.5° | 66.9° | 76.7° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.8° | 65.4° | 75.1° | 3.38" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.6° | 58.7° | 68.7° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.2° | 46.3° | 57.3° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.3° | 36.5° | 46.9° | 3.39" | 0.2" |
| December | 47.9° | 29.2° | 38.6° | 3.41" | 3.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unionville CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Orange town | Town | 4.7 mi | — |
| Rhoadesville CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Blue Ridge Shores CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
| Brightwood CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
| Gordonsville town | Town | 12.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5113791561. • 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.