York County, Administrative county in Virginia, United States.
York County extends along the York River and Chesapeake Bay, containing forests, waterways, and residential communities across 106 square miles.
Established in 1634, York County gained prominence during the American Revolution when Yorktown became the location of British forces' surrender in 1781.
The York County School Division maintains educational programs through multiple facilities, serving thousands of students from diverse backgrounds.
The York County Board of Commissioners manages public services, including law enforcement, emergency response, and infrastructure maintenance for county residents.
The county operates specialized departments such as the Center for Traffic Safety and maintains extensive records through the Recorder of Deeds office.
Location: Virginia
Inception: 1634
Capital city: Yorktown
Shares border with: Gloucester County, Williamsburg, James City County, Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson, Mathews County
Website: https://yorkcounty.gov
GPS coordinates: 37.22000,-76.44000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:44
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