CITY · VA

What county is Richmond, VA in?

Richmond, VA is mostly in Richmond city. County FIPS code 51760, population 229,247 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Richmond, Virginia
Primary county: Richmond city
FIPS code: 51760
County population: 229,247

Some cities extend into more than one county. Richmond is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Richmond in?

Richmond, VA is mostly in Richmond city.

What is the county seat of Richmond city?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.