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Vital Statistics

  • Population: 48,102 (2000 Census)
  • Physical size
    • Land area: 143 sq. mi.
    • Water area: 37 sq. mi.
  • Median household income: $66,180 (2004 Census)
  • Median age: 41 (2000 Census)
  • Avg. yearly rainfall: 49 in.
  • Avg. summer high temp: 89
  • Avg. winter low temp: 28
  • Public hospitals: 1

Schools

  • Number of students: 8,961
  • Number of full-time teachers: 766
  • Raw student-teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Number of Elementary schools: 7
  • Number of middle/junior high schools: 3
  • Number of senior high schools: 2

Real Estate

  • Tax rate: $0.77 per $100 assessed value
  • Median value owner-occupied housing: $167,300 (2000 Census)

Taxes/Fees

  • Personal property tax including boats: $4.00 per $100 assessed value; vehicles of disabled veterans or vehicles with handicapped modifications exempt
  • Water: $2.50 for first 15,000 gallons
  • Recycling: charge included in county taxes; three drop-off centers; curbside pick-up available in some areas

James City County, Virginia (VA), Real Estate and Lifestyle

Known best as the home of two of the three corners of the Historic Triangle, Williamsburg and Jamestown, James City County, VA is also the home of thousands of residents. The county's mix of proud Virginia history and modern industry make it a pleasant place to settle for young families and retirees alike.

James City County, VA is comprised of many smaller communities, each with its own unique history and flavor. If you love small-town warmth and friendliness and an unrushed pace, perhaps your future home lies in Norge or Lightfoot. If you appreciate the culture, conveniences, and vibrant atmosphere of the city life, a home in or near Williamsburg may be the perfect choice.

Individual real estate choices in James City County, VA run a broad gamut as well. Recent real estate sales listings have included everything from "renovated turn-of-the-century" and "brand-new on a large lot" to large undeveloped properties perfect for custom-building your own hideaway. You may choose a semi-rural to rural area such as Croaker or Toano for a traditional Virginia-style colonial, cottage, or farm home. Or you may indulge your taste for luxury with a home in a gated, country club, or other new planned community such as Ford's Colony or Powhatan Secondary.

Whatever location you choose, James City County, VA offers modern amenities tempered by historic flavor. Among its public facilities are 10 parks and rec centers, including one dedicated to skateboarding and one celebrating the first free black settlement in America. The county also lies at one end of the Virginia Capital Trail, a bike and pedestrian path that connects the Commonwealth's historic and current capitals. And the area offers golf facilities suited to anyone from the casual duffer to the PGA hopeful.

With the Historic Triangle and attractions such as Busch Gardens Europe and Water Country USA, as well as various events hosted by the College of William and Mary all in WIlliamsburg, James City County, VA's economy is largely fueled by tourism and hospitality industries. Brewer Anheuser-Busch, also located in Williamsburg leads individual corporations in local influence and has provided the county a host of growth opportunities ranging from planned housing communities and tourism to manufacturing. James City County, VA's location is convenient for other industries as well: the county enjoys easy access to surrounding areas specializing in scientific and technological research, aviation, shipping, and agriculture.

The conveniences a resident expects set against a backdrop of natural Virginia beauty and old-world charm: this is James City County, VA.