RANK #526 / 996 · POP 141,097 · VA
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.6%
Spotsylvania County, Virginia, is often recognized as the "Crossroads of the Civil War" due to the significant battles fought on its soil, including Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Spotsylvania Court House. Located along Interstate 95, roughly midway between Washington, D.C., and Richmond, the county offers a blend of rural landscapes and suburban amenities. Commuting options include the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) and local bus services, connecting residents to nearby cities. The community maintains a quiet, peaceful atmosphere with access to outdoor recreation at places like Lake Anna State Park, which provides opportunities for swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking.
Life in Spotsylvania County appeals to families and professionals seeking a balance between natural beauty and convenience. The public school system serves over 24,000 students across 31 schools and is considered above average. The local economy is diversifying, with recent investments in commercial and residential development, as well as growth in data centers and renewable energy projects. Tourism also contributes to the economy, with visitor spending showing consistent increases. The county's strategic location and ongoing development contribute to its evolving economic landscape.
Overvalued relative to economy
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Below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 24.6x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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PowerHouse 95 Data Center Campus
PowerHouse Data Centers (AREP)
|
$800M | Under Construction |
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Amazon Mattameade Data Center Campus
Amazon Data Services, Inc.
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$770M | Proposed |
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Spotsylvania Solar Energy Center (Pleinmont 1 & 2, Richmond, Highlander)
Sustainable Power Group (sPower)
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$704M | Operating |
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SpotsyTech Campus (Data Centers & Industrial Warehouses)
SpotsyTechnoCampus, LLC
|
$500M | Planned |
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Cosner Tech Campus
Undisclosed
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$450M | Under Construction |
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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
|
$300M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Spotsylvania County has a Boom Town Index score of 47/100, ranking #526 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.6% and a median household income of $105,068, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Spotsylvania County is $349,900 with median rent at $1,677/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3003, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.9% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.6%. Home values changed +0.9% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.58% of Spotsylvania County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.