Henry district, Virginia
Henry district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Henry district is a geographic entity located in Sussex County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,361. The land area covers 84.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | ±320 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 563 | ±138 | 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 | 791 | ±136 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 563 | ±138 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 228 | ±111 |
| Median Home Value | $203,700 | ±$136,920 |
| Median Gross Rent | $959 | ±$162 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,268 | ±$31,361 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,229 | ±$4,874 |
| Poverty Rate | 22% | ±12.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 299 | ±181 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±5.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 599 | ±218 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.8% | ±12.7% |
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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COUNTY OF SUSSEX
GUS Population: 10,753 (2024)
ID: 176701
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMIN
PO BOX 1397, SUSSEX VA 23884-0397
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Capron, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Emporia, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Emporia, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Emporia, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Newsoms, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stony Creek, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sussex, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Sussex, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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RICHARDSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 100 SPRING STREET, EMPORIA, VA, 23847 |
(434) 634-2539
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CARSON DEPOT LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 16101 HALLIGAN PARK ROAD, CARSON, VA, 23830 |
(804) 458-6329
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 22511 MAIN STREET, COURTLAND, VA, 23837 |
(757) 653-0298
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WALTER CECIL RAWLS BRANCH
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 22511 MAIN STREET, COURTLAND, VA, 23837 |
(757) 653-2821
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DINWIDDIE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 14103 BOYDTON PLANK ROAD, DINWIDDIE C.H., VA, 23841 |
(804) 458-6329
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MCKENNEY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 20916 OLD SCHOOL ROAD, MCKENNEY, VA, 23872 |
(804) 458-6329
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WAVERLY BRANCH
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 352 W. MAIN STREET, WAVERLY, VA, 23890 |
(804) 834-2192
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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 EMPORIA 1 WNW, VA US, located 11.0 miles from Henry district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.9° | 28.7° | 39.8° | 3.40" | 0.6" |
| February | 54.2° | 30.5° | 42.4° | 2.59" | 0.3" |
| March | 61.5° | 36.6° | 49.0° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| April | 71.7° | 45.8° | 58.7° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.8° | 55.7° | 67.2° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.0° | 64.8° | 75.4° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.8° | 69.3° | 79.6° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.3° | 67.8° | 78.1° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.7° | 61.6° | 72.2° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.9° | 49.0° | 60.9° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.6° | 38.3° | 50.4° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| December | 54.0° | 32.3° | 43.1° | 3.56" | 0.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jarratt town | Town | 4.5 mi | — |
| Emporia city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Stony Creek town | Town | 11.1 mi | — |
| Sussex CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Capron town | Town | 12.0 mi | — |
| Branchville town | Town | 17.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5118393895. • 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.