Fredericksburg city, Virginia
Fredericksburg city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Fredericksburg city is a geographic entity located in Fredericksburg city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 28,873. The land area covers 10.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,873 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.1 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,720 | ±206 | 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 | 12,419 | ±47 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,720 | ±206 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 699 | ±199 |
| Median Home Value | $483,700 | ±$24,982 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,619 | ±$66 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,071 | ±$6,832 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,502 | ±$2,295 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,525 | ±746 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,256 | ±599 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.9% | ±1.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Fredericksburg | N | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | PK-05 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | 06-08 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | PK-05 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | PK-05 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | 09-12 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | 06-08 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | N | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | KG-05 | Fredericksburg, VA | |
| Regular School Fredericksburg | 09-12 | Fredericksburg, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MARY WASHINGTON HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 1001 SAM PERRY BOULEVARD, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22401 |
(540) 741-1100
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University of Mary Washington
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College | 0.6 mi away | 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401-5300 |
5406541000
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FREDERICKSBURG BRANCH
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 1201 CAROLINE ST, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22401 |
(540) 372-1144
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SPOTSYLVANIA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 4600 SPOTSYLVANIA PARKWAY, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22408 |
(540) 498-4000
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Eastern Virginia Career College
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College | 4.0 mi away | 10304 Spotsylvania Ave, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408 |
5403732200
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TOWNE CENTRE BRANCH
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 390 SPOTSYLVANIA MALL, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22407 |
(540) 372-1144
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Germanna Community College
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College | 16.8 mi away | 2130 Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA, 22508-2102 |
5404239030
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SALEM CHURCH BRANCH
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 2607 SALEM CHURCH RD, FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22407 |
(540) 372-1144
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HOWELL BRANCH
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 806 LYONS BLVD, STAFFORD, VA, 22406 |
(540) 372-1144
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FRIED CENTER
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 124 OLD POTOMAC CHURCH ROAD, STAFFORD, VA, 22554 |
(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 FREDERICKSBURG SEWAGE, VA US, located 2.1 miles from Fredericksburg city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.9° | 25.1° | 35.5° | 2.72" | 3.7" |
| February | 49.3° | 26.9° | 38.1° | 2.50" | 5.2" |
| March | 57.0° | 33.5° | 45.3° | 3.96" | 0.1" |
| April | 68.5° | 43.6° | 56.1° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.1° | 53.2° | 64.6° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.3° | 62.9° | 73.6° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.5° | 67.6° | 78.1° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.6° | 65.9° | 76.3° | 2.99" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.3° | 58.9° | 69.6° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.0° | 46.2° | 58.1° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.9° | 35.2° | 47.1° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| December | 50.0° | 28.3° | 39.2° | 3.19" | 2.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fredericksburg city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Chatham Heights CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Falmouth CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Ferry Farm CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Grafton Village CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Leeland Station CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5163093651. • 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.