Frederick County, Virginia
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| Location | |||
| Image:Map of Virginia highlighting Frederick County.png Location of Frederick County within Virginia. | |||
| Political Charateristics | |||
| Country State | United States Virginia | ||
| Board of Supervisors
Chairman | Richard C. Shickle | ||
| Formed | 1743 | ||
| County Seat | Winchester | ||
| Physical Characteristics | |||
| Area Land Water | 1,076 km² 1,073 km² 3 km² | ||
| Population Total (2004) Density | 66,611 55/km² | ||
| Time zone Summer (DST) | Eastern (UTC−5) Eastern (UTC−4) | ||
| Official website: http://www.co.frederick.va.us/ | |||
Frederick County is a county located in the state of Virginia. It was formed in 1743 by the splitting of Orange County. For ten years it was the home of George Washington. As of 2000, the population is 59,209. Its county seat is Winchester6.
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History
Frederick County was established in 1743 from Orange County. The county is named for Frederick Louis, Prince of Wales and eldest son of King George II.
American Revolution
Commander-in-Chief of the Colonial forces, General George Washington's headquarters was located in Winchester. Washington's represented Frederick County in his first elective offices, having been elected to the House of Burgesses in 1758 and 1761. Daniel Morgan was another famous General during the Revolutionary War, from the county (present day Clarke County).
Civil War
Winchester changed hands between the Confederate and Union Armies on average once every three weeks during the war. Many battles were fought in Frederick County. Some of those battles include:
- First Battle of Kernstown, March 1862
- First Battle of Winchester, May 1862
- Second Battle of Winchester, June 1863
- Second Battle of Kernstown, July 1864
- Third Battle of Winchester, September 1864
- Battle of Cedar Creek, October 1864
Sites on the National Register of Historic Places
| Site | Year Built | Address | Community | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willa Cather Birthplace (Rachel E. Boak House) | 1850 | Northwestern Turnpike (US 50) | Gore | 1978 |
| Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park | I-81 between Middletown & Strasburg | Middletown | 2003 | |
| Cedar Creek Battlefield & Belle Grove | 1864, 1797 | I-81 between Middletown & Strasburg | Middletown | 1969 |
| Old Forge Farm | 7326 Middle Road | Middletown | 2004 | |
| Frederick County Courthouse | 20 North Loudoun Street | Winchester | 2001 | |
| Frederick County Poor Farm (Poorhouse) | 1820 | VA 654 East | Round Hill | 1993 |
| John Hite House (Springdale) | 1753 | US 11 | Bartonsville | 1982 |
| Homespun | 949 Cedar Creek Grade | Winchester | 2002 | |
| Hopewell Friends Meetinghouse | 1761-1794 | West of Clear Brook off VA 672 | Clear Brook | 1980 |
| Middletown Historic District | Middletown | 2003 | ||
| Monte Vista (Cedar Grove Farm) | 1843 | 8100 US 11 | Middletown | 1987 |
| Newtown-Stephensburg Historic District | 1750s-1900s | Stephens City | 1992 | |
| Old Stone Church | Junction of VA 671 & VA 739 | Whitehall | 2001 | |
| Opequon Historic District | Junction of VA 622 & VA 620 | Winchester | 2002 | |
| Opequon Presbyterian Church | 1897 | 217 Opequon Church Lane | Winchester | 2001 |
| Rose Hill Farm | 1820 | 1985 Jones Road | Winchester | 1997 |
| Springdale Mill Complex | 1788 | US 11 | Bartonsville | 1982 |
| St. Thomas Chapel (Episcopal Church) | 1837 | Junction of VA 1102 & VA 1105 | Middletown | 1973 |
| Sunrise (Muse House) | 1850 | 975 Hollow Road | Gore | 1995 |
| Willow Shade (Willa Cather House) | 1851 | US 50 | Winchester | 1990 |
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,076 km² (416 mi²). 1,074 km² (415 mi²) of it is land and 3 km² (1 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 0.24% water.
Demographics
| Historical populations | |
|---|---|
| Census year | Population |
| 1790 | 19,681 |
| 1800 | 24,744 |
| 1810 | 22,574 |
| 1820 | 24,706 |
| 1830 | 26,046 |
| 1840 | 14,242 |
| 1850 | 15,975 |
| 1860 | 16,546 |
| 1870 | 16,596 |
| 1880 | 17,553 |
| 1890 | 17,880 |
| 1900 | 13,239 |
| 1910 | 12,787 |
| 1920 | 12,461 |
| 1930 | 13,167 |
| 1940 | 14,008 |
| 1950 | 17,537 |
| 1960 | 21,941 |
| 1970 | 28,893 |
| 1980 | 34,150 |
| 1990 | 45,723 |
| 2000 | 59,209 |
| 2004 | 66,611 |
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 59,209 people, 22,097 households, and 16,727 families residing in the county. The population density is 55/km² (143/mi²). There are 23,319 housing units at an average density of 22/km² (56/mi²). The racial makeup of the county is 94.99% White, 2.62% Black or African American, 0.16% Native American, 0.66% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.56% from other races, and 1.01% from two or more races. 1.70% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 22,097 households out of which 36.60% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.50% are married couples living together, 8.80% have a female householder with no husband present, and 24.30% are non-families. 19.20% of all households are made up of individuals and 6.80% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.64 and the average family size is 3.02.
In the county, the population is spread out with 26.40% under the age of 18, 7.00% from 18 to 24, 31.90% from 25 to 44, 24.10% from 45 to 64, and 10.60% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 37 years. For every 100 females there are 100.10 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 96.70 males.
The median income for a household in the county is $46,941, and the median income for a family is $52,281. Males have a median income of $35,705 versus $25,046 for females. The per capita income for the county is $21,080. 6.40% of the population and 4.00% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 7.30% of those under the age of 18 and 6.90% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
Towns
Incorporated Towns
Unincorporated Communities
County Seat
Note: Winchester, like all cities under Virginia law, is an independent city—politically independent of any county.
External Links
Categories: Virginia counties | Frederick County, Virginia | Northwestern Turnpike | Winchester and Western Railroad
