RANK #539 / 996 · POP 366,019 · VA
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.6%
Pocahontas State Park, an 8,000-acre outdoor haven, anchors Chesterfield County, Virginia, offering extensive trails, boating, and fishing opportunities. Located just south of Richmond, the county provides a suburban and rural feel with convenient access to the city via major interstates and public transit options like GRTC bus service and park-and-ride lots. The community is characterized by its blend of historical significance, including sites like Henricus Historical Park, and natural beauty, bordered by the James and Appomattox Rivers. Notable towns like Midlothian, Chester, and Moseley offer distinct charm, with Midlothian recognized for its small-town appeal.
Chesterfield County attracts families and individuals seeking a balanced lifestyle, with public schools generally performing above average. The county's economy is diversifying beyond its historical agricultural roots, with recent investments in advanced manufacturing, data centers, and renewable energy sectors. This economic growth contributes to a landscape where residents find a mix of established neighborhoods and new developments. The county has seen an increase in population and income growth, indicating its appeal as a place to live and work.
Above national median (4.7x)
Above national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 6.0x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Google Data Center Campus (Project Peanut)
Google
|
$9,000M | Under Construction |
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Chester Solar Technology Park (Data Center & Solar Farm)
Torch Clean Energy
|
$2,000M | Planned |
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Chesterfield Energy Reliability Center (CERC) Natural Gas Plant
Dominion Energy
|
$1,470M | Approved |
|
LEGO Manufacturing Facility
LEGO
|
$1,000M | Under Construction |
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Topsoe Manufacturing Plant
Topsoe
|
$400M | Under Construction |
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Proctors Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades
Chesterfield County Utilities
|
$168M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Chesterfield County has a Boom Town Index score of 46/100, ranking #539 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.1% and a median household income of $95,757, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Chesterfield County is $306,500 with median rent at $1,460/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3124, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.7% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.1%. Home values changed +1.5% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 4.66% of Chesterfield County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.