Mechanicsville, VA is located in Hanover County and has a population of 37,417 people. It is known for being one of the oldest settlements in the state, established in 1706. The population density of Mechanicsville is 504 people per square mile, much higher than the US Population density of 93 people per square mile.
Mechanicsville is home to many businesses, including 4 Lakes Brewing Company, River City Diner, and La Cocina Mexican Restaurant. Outdoor activities are plentiful here year-round with nearby Pocahontas State Park that features trails for biking or walking and fishing areas as well as a public pool and disc golf course. There are also several organizations such as the local Chamber of Commerce and Mechanicsville Public Library that offer community events on a regular basis. Local sports fans can attend games from high school teams like Atlee High School Athletics to semi-professional teams like the Richmond Turbos.
The population in Mechanicsville (zip 23111) is 37,417. There are 480 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Mechanicsville (zip 23111) is 42.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Mechanicsville (zip 23111) is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Mechanicsville (zip 23111)
- 54.5% are married
- 10.6% are divorced
- 34.6% are married with children
- 12.4% have children, but are single
Race in Mechanicsville (zip 23111)
- 84.5% are White
- 8.6% are Black
- 1.5% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 2.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander