New Kent, VA is a small rural town located in the heart of Virginia. With a population of 851 people and a population density of 105 people per square mile, it has a much lower population density than the US average of 93 people per square mile. New Kent offers many opportunities for year round recreation with numerous local businesses, outdoor activities, and organizations available to visitors and residents alike. Local businesses include Three Brothers Winery, which contains an award-winning winery and tasting room; Two Brothers Coffee Shop, which provides unique specialty drinks and locally made pastries; and New Kent Country Store, which sells quality products from local artisans. There are also several outdoor activities available such as fishing on nearby lakes, hunting in nearby forests, camping at state parks, biking on trails through the countryside, and kayaking down the Pamunkey River. Other organizations offering opportunities for community engagement includes the Friends of New Kent County Historical Society who maintain historical relevance with educational programs about local history; 4-H clubs that promote leadership skills among students; and weekly farmers markets full of fresh produce grown by local farmers. New Kent also hosts some great sporting events like golf tournaments at historic Brickshire Golf Club and professional polo matches at Virginia International Polo Park.
The population in New Kent is 851. There are 190 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in New Kent is 30.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in New Kent is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in New Kent
- 88.4% are married
- 11.1% are divorced
- 16.3% are married with children
- 0.0% have children, but are single
Race in New Kent
- 100.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander