With many options for housing and schools, Virginia has much to offer. The Washington, D.C. area consistently boasts one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country. Whether it’s the opportunities for government jobs, jobs with government contractors, and/or jobs servicing the government and its contractors, you have it all here. So, if you have your eyes set on this lovely state, you might as well make the most out of your relocation. And to do that, Verified Movers can offer to match you with some of the best cross country moving companies Virginia has to offer. We can also connect you with long distance moving companies Virginia, in case you need a move across this state, so rely on us and check out our database!
Facts About Virginia
01. Main Information
Popular Cities
Richmond, Virgina Beach, Norfolk, Fairfax, Roanoke
Governor
Glenn Youngkin
US Senators
Mark Warner, Tim Kaine
State Website
State Moto
Thus Always to Tyrants
State Nickname
Old Dominion
02. Geo Population
Area (sq mi)
42,774
Total Population
8,709,873
Highest Elevation
5,729 ft
Lowest Elevation
Sea level
Time Zone
Eastern/UTC
03. Education
Top 5 Elementary Schools
BASIS Independent McLean, The Potomac School, Flint Hill School, Norfolk Academy, St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
Top 5 Middle Schools
BASIS Independent McLean, The Potomac School, Flint Hill School, Norfolk Academy, St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
Top 5 High Schools
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology, Maggie Walker Governor's School, BASIS Independent McLean, The Madeira School, The Potomac School
Top 5 Colleges
University of Virginia, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, George Mason University, Virginia Commonwealth University, College of William & Mary
04. Rates
Crime Rate
17.05 (per 1,000 residents)
Employment Rate
65.9%
Average Income (household)
$80,615
Poverty Rate
10.2%
