The city of Charlottesville, Virginia is home to many diverse religious denominations and congregations. The city is the seat of Albemarle County and is located in the heart of Central Virginia. In this beautiful city of rolling hills and stunning views, there are a number of churches that provide spiritual nourishment to residents and visitors alike. From large churches with expansive sanctuaries to small chapels tucked away in neighborhoods, Charlottesville has something for everyone. Whether worshipping at the historic First Baptist Church on West Main Street or attending services at one of the local Episcopal, Methodist or Lutheran congregations, visitors will find friendly faces and welcoming arms. The melting pot of cultures in Charlottesville truly comes alive during worship services where different backgrounds meet together to celebrate their faith and share their love for God.
37.7% of the people in Charlottesville City County are religious:
- 7.5% are Baptist
- 2.0% are Episcopalian
- 11.9% are Catholic
- 0.6% are Lutheran
- 2.7% are Methodist
- 0.5% are Pentecostal
- 2.9% are Presbyterian
- 0.0% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 4.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.6% are an eastern faith
- 3.6% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.