Hanover County Map, Virginia
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Hanover County, Virginia
Hanover County sits just north of Richmond in central Virginia. It’s where history and modernity collide. Patrick Henry, the fiery revolutionary orator, was born here. You can still visit his law office.
The county played a big role in the Civil War too. These days, Hanover is known for its excellent schools and growing suburbs. Kings Dominion is a massive theme park here.
Tomatoes and corn are big crops. Ashland is nicknamed “the center of the universe” because of it geographic center location. Hanover’s future looks bright as it balances growth with preservation.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Hanover County |
| County Seat | Hanover |
| Population | Approximately 112,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Ashland, Mechanicsville, Hanover, Montpelier, Beaverdam |
| Interstates and Highways | I-95, I-295, US-1, US-33, VA-54 |
| FIPS Code | 51-085 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 474 sq mi (Land: 469 sq mi; Water: 5 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Caroline County (North), Goochland County (Southwest), Henrico County (South), King William County (Northeast), Louisa County (West), New Kent County (East), Spotsylvania County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Virginia |
| Coordinates | 37.7591° N, 77.4478° W |
| Etymology | Named after Electorate of Hanover, from which the current line of British monarchs hailed |
| Major Landmarks | Kings Dominion, Hanover Tavern, Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown |
| Website | Hanover County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Hanover County Topographic Map
Hanover County lies in the heart of the Piedmont, where elevation gradually dips toward the coastal plain. The land rolls softly, with no dramatic highs or lows. Zoom into our terrain map below to view its elevation contours and topographic features.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Hanover County Road Map
Several major roads cross through Hanover. Interstate 95 runs straight down the middle, cutting a clear path toward Richmond. Traffic picks up near Ashland, but it thins out farther north.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Hanover County Satellite Map
The eastern half of Hanover County is greener, thanks to more forest and wetland. The central corridor near I-95 shows clear development, especially around Ashland. You’ll see farmland checkerboarding across the county. It’s a mix of old and new, natural and suburban.
OUTLINE MAP
Hanover County Blank Map
Hanover’s borders are slightly uneven with mostly rivers forming its boundaries. The Chickahominy River marks the southeastern edge. Whereas the Pamunkey River forms part of the northern border. Even though it doesn’t border another state, it shares boundaries with Richmond to the south and several rural counties to the north and east.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 7 neighboring counties of Hanover County:
Virginia County Map
The original cool. Virginia’s 95 counties mix old-school roots with mountain roads with Civil War footsteps. One county’s got peanuts, another has presidents. Some lean country, others lean capital.