 Living in Charlottesville
Named in honor of Princess Charlotte, the wife of England’s King George II, Charlottesville was founded in the eighteenth century on a hill overlooking the Rivanna River. Today, Charlottesville’s population is approximately 41,000, with a metropolitan population nearing 200,000.
Few places in the United States match Charlottesville’s combination of picturesque countryside, rich historical associations, close proximity to a national park, and broad array of cultural opportunities. Recent reviews of the city illustrate its appeal. In 2008, Outside magazine named Charlottesville the top place to live in America, and Kiplinger’s 2009 “Best Cities” list rated Charlottesville
as the fourth best city in the United States.
Approximate Distances from Charlottesville:
- Washington, D.C. 120 miles
- Richmond 70 miles
- New York City 347 miles
- Atlanta 511 miles
- Boston 547 miles
- Norfolk 154 miles
A Well-Situated City
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport offers more than 50 flights daily to such destinations as New York; Washington, D.C.; Philadelphia; Detroit; Pittsburgh; Charlotte; and Atlanta. Two major highways—Interstate 64 and US 29—intersect close to the University Grounds. Nationwide railway and bus service for passengers and freight is provided by Amtrak, Greyhound, and other carriers. The Charlottesville Transit Service and the University Transit Service provide bus service on the Grounds and around the city.
Charlottesville Information
- City of Charlottesville population: 41,000
- Metropolitan area: 198,000
- Average mean temperature 56 degrees F
- June–August 75 degrees F
- December–February 37 degrees F
- Average mean precipitation 47 inches
For more information, visit www.virginia.edu/exploring.html.
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