Richmond
A community guide to Richmond in Virginia, the United States.
- Population
- 226,610 residents
- Region
- Virginia
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 37.5538, -77.4603
Getting there
Reaching Richmond typically involves the regional road network of Virginia or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Richmond to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Virginia. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Richmond.
Overview
Richmond is a populated place in Virginia, the United States. The community supports 226,610 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Virginia. Its position within the broader regional network gives Richmond a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Richmond sits at approximate coordinates 37.5538 latitude and -77.4603 longitude within Virginia. The terrain and natural features around Richmond reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Virginia road network providing the principal routes in and out.