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Frederick County, Virginia

Discover a special place in Virginia where history meets nature, and people have built a wonderful home!

Images

2016-08-24 16 30 37 View east along Virginia State Route 127 (Bloomery Pike) at I L Pugh Road, just after crossing from Hampshire County, West Virginia into Frederick County, Virginia

2016-08-24 16 30 37 View east along Virginia State Route 127 (Bloomery Pike) at I L Pugh Road, just after crossing from Hampshire County, West Virginia into Frederick County, Virginia

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2016-07-07 17 51 12 View southeast towards Great North Mountain in Frederick County, Virginia from West Virginia State Route 259 (Carpers Pike) in High View, Hampshire County, West Virginia
2018-10-12 12 45 11 View north along U.S. Route 11 (Main Street) at Reliance Road in Middletown, Frederick County, Virginia
USA Frederick County, Virginia age pyramid
2016-08-24 15 24 16 View south along Virginia State Route 37 (Winchester Bypass) at U.S. Route 11 (Martinsburg Pike) in Sunnyside, Frederick County, Virginia
2016-08-24 13 48 40 View north along Interstate 81 entering Ridgeway, Berkeley County, West Virginia from Rest, Frederick County, Virginia
2019-10-15 09 45 40 View west along Virginia State Route 127 (Bloomery Pike) at U.S. Route 522 (North Frederick Pike) in northern Frederick County, Virginia
2016-08-24 13 19 27 View north along Interstate 81 just north of Interstate 66 and just south of Middletown in southern Frederick County, Virginia
2018-10-18 12 54 30 View north along U.S. Route 11 (Main Street) just south of Barley Drive in Stephens City, Frederick County, Virginia
2019-09-27 10 18 08 View south along Virginia State Route 37 (Winchester Bypass) from the overpass for Virginia State Route 621 (Merrimans Lane) in Hill Crest, Frederick County, Virginia
2016-08-24 13 49 39 View north along Interstate 81 just after entering Ridgeway, Berkeley County, West Virginia from Rest, Frederick County, Virginia
2016-08-23 15 40 07 View east along Virginia State Route 277 (Fairfax Pike) at Ridgefield Avenue just east of Stephens City in Frederick County, Virginia

Key Facts

Location
Northernmost county in Virginia.
Population
91,419 people.
Capital
Winchester.
Founded
1743.
Fun Fact
It was once part of a different county called Orange County!

Where is Frederick County?

Imagine a place way up north in Virginia, like the top of a tall building! That's where Frederick County is. It's a part of a bigger area that includes big cities like Washington, D.C. The main city, where people go for important town business, is called Winchester. It's like the captain of the county ship!

A Long, Long Time Ago!

Frederick County wasn't always here! A super long time ago, in 1743, it was part of another county called Orange County. Then, someone decided to make a new county, and poof! Frederick County was born. Think of it like getting a new toy that used to be part of an older one.

Lots of People Live Here!

As of a recent count, about 91,419 people call Frederick County home. That's like filling up a giant playground with kids, parents, and teachers! These people live, work, and play in this special corner of Virginia, making it a lively and busy place.

What Makes It Special?

Frederick County is a place where nature and people come together. It's known for its beautiful landscapes and the friendly people who live there. It's a place with a rich past and a bright future, full of exciting things to learn and explore!

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