Hopewell City, Virginia
Hopewell is an independent city in central Virginia, located near the meeting point of the James and Appomattox rivers. Its waterfront setting has played an important role in shaping the city’s history and economy.
Situated about 20 miles south of Richmond, Hopewell is part of the greater Richmond metropolitan area while maintaining its own distinct community character. The city has a long industrial history and was once an important manufacturing center.
Today, Hopewell continues to support a variety of industries while preserving connections to its past. Its location also places it near the Petersburg National Battlefield, an important Civil War site that attracts history enthusiasts.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Hopewell City (Independent City) |
| Population | Approximately 23,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hopewell City |
| Interstates and Highways | I-295, US-36, US-460 |
| FIPS Code | 51-670 |
| Total Area | 45.5 square miles (43.0 sq mi land, 2.5 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (Direction) | Chesterfield County (North), Prince George County (South) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Virginia |
| Coordinates | 37.3041°N, 77.2870°W |
| Etymology | Named after ‘The Hopewell’, a ship that carried some of the early English settlers to Virginia |
| Major Landmarks | Hopewell Marina, Petersburg National Battlefield, City Point Historic District |