Rives district, Virginia
Rives district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rives district is a geographic entity located in Prince George County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,616. The land area covers 37.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,616 | ±1,006 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,101 | ±326 | 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 | 3,323 | ±330 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,101 | ±326 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 222 | ±110 |
| Median Home Value | $271,800 | ±$21,667 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,673 | ±$173 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,838 | ±$10,557 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,504 | ±$2,939 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 660 | ±259 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,461 | ±605 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.5% | ±3.1% |
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: 43,589 (2024)
ID: 194532
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 68, PRINCE GEORGE VA 23875-0068
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | N | Petersburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hopewell, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Chester, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chester, VA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Petersburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Charles City, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Charles City, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Chester, 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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Richard Bland College
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College | 3.9 mi away | 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA, 23805-7100 |
8048626100
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PRINCE GEORGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 6605 COURTS DRIVE, PRINCE GEORGE, VA, 23875 |
(804) 458-6329
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Jazz Barber and Hairstyling Academy
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College Vocational | 5.8 mi away | 1024 East Washington Street, Petersburg, VA, 23803-3508 |
8047323040
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PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 201 W. WASHINGTON ST., PETERSBURG, VA, 23803 |
(804) 733-2387
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Another Level Barbering and Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 6.1 mi away | 102 North Sycamore Street, Petersburg, VA, 23803-3245 |
8047333337
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PETERSBURG TECH BUS
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 201 W. WASHINGTON ST., PETERSBURG, VA, 23803 |
(804) 733-2387
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Virginia State University
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College | 7.0 mi away | 1 Hayden Drive, Petersburg, VA, 23806 |
8045245000
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DISPUTANTA STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 10010 COUNTY DRIVE, DISPUTANTA, VA, 23842 |
(804) 458-6329
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Southside College of Health Sciences
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College | 8.2 mi away | 430 Clairmont Court - Suite 200, Colonial Heights, VA, 23834 |
8047655800
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COLONIAL HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 1000 YACHT BASIN DRIVE, COLONIAL HEIGHTS, VA, 23834 |
(804) 520-9384
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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 PETERSBURG, VA US, located 6.3 miles from Rives district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.1° | 28.3° | 38.7° | 3.02" | — |
| February | 52.2° | 29.1° | 40.7° | 2.70" | — |
| March | 60.1° | 36.1° | 48.1° | 4.37" | — |
| April | 70.4° | 45.6° | 58.0° | 3.62" | — |
| May | 78.2° | 55.0° | 66.6° | 4.37" | — |
| June | 85.5° | 64.2° | 74.8° | 4.23" | — |
| July | 89.3° | 69.0° | 79.2° | 4.70" | — |
| August | 87.4° | 67.3° | 77.4° | 5.31" | — |
| September | 81.5° | 60.8° | 71.1° | 4.63" | — |
| October | 71.6° | 48.0° | 59.8° | 3.41" | — |
| November | 61.5° | 37.3° | 49.4° | 3.16" | — |
| December | 52.6° | 30.6° | 41.6° | 3.47" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petersburg city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Fort Gregg-Adams CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Prince George CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Templeton CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Disputanta CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Colonial Heights city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5114995343. • 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.