The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Richmond county or independent city is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 77.9℉ and the average temperature in January is 37.5℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 72% and the area covered by water is 2.48%. The overall influence score for Richmond is 2.
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Richmond County is located in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the eastern United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of Richmond County was 9,542 people. The median household income is $37,287 and the median age is 39 years.
Richmond County has a rural feel and is largely agricultural, with many small towns and villages scattered throughout the county. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including white-tailed deer, black bears, wild turkeys, and other species. The landscape is mostly flat with rolling hills and some wooded areas.
The county has several public schools, including a high school and a middle school. There are also several private schools in the area. The local economy is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism.
The cost of living in Richmond County is slightly below the national average. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 4.9%. The poverty rate is 15.3%, which is higher than the national average of 11.8%.
State and area offices are open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Virginia
State office:
1606 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 238
Richmond, Va. 23229
Phone: 804-287-1500
Fax: (855) 636-4613
TDD: 804-287-1753