Community Profile
- Housing & Real Estate
- Hospitals
- Lodging
- Recreation
- Media
- Libraries
- Police & Emergencies
- Taxes
- Zip Codes
- Demographics
- Misc.
Housing / Real Estate
Excellent opportunities to buy and rent individual houses and apartments are available in Caroline County. Low cost of living and affordable housing make Caroline County an ideal place to live and work. Housing choices range from developments such as Lake Caroline and Lake Land'Or to condominiums, town homes and delightful farm homes. With substantial realtors located within the county, assistance is available in the Verizon phone directory and a local real-estate directory.Hospitals
Major hospitals located in the area include:- Mary Washington Hospital and Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center located in Fredericksburg.
- Henrico Doctors Hospital, Medical College of Virginia, and Bon Secours (multiple locations) in the Richmond Area.
Local Facilities
Local medical facilities include:
- Caroline Christian Health Center
- The Caroline County Health Department
- Ladysmith Medical Center
- Virginia Primary Care Associates
Lodging
There are several lodging opportunities in the area including Bowling Green Motel, Comfort Inn, Travel Lodge, Days Inn, Super 8, Quality Inn and Webb's Motel. For more information please view the resource directory.
There are several lodging opportunities in the area including Bowling Green Motel, Comfort Inn, Travel Lodge, Days Inn, Super 8, Quality Inn and Webb's Motel. For more information please view the resource directory.
Recreation
The County has an extensive recreation and parks program. Local service organizations sponsor seasonal recreational activities for the public, including softball leagues, karate, ballet, and special events for both children and adults. There are 10 ball fields, 4 tennis courts, numerous private swimming pools and three public golf courses that also have private membership. Fort A.P. Hill, a designated cooperative wildlife management area, provides excellent hunting and fishing opportunities.
Stonewall Jackson Shrine
The Stonewall Jackson Shrine, a 40 acre historic site is operated by the National Park Service. The nearby cities of Fredericksburg, Richmond and Washington, D.C. are easily accessible and provide a wide variety of cultural, social and athletic events.
Rivers
The Rappahannock and Mattaponi Rivers are used extensively for boating and fishing. The Rappahannock River follows Caroline's eastern border, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, wildlife watching and water sports. Visitors can rent a canoe, kayak or jon boat in Port Royal.
King's Dominion
Paramount's King's Dominion, located just 20 miles south of the county, is a large amusement park offering several different activities daily throughout the season including, one of a kind attractions and stunning shows with Hollywood glamour. A water park is also available for enjoyment during the summer months.
The County has an extensive recreation and parks program. Local service organizations sponsor seasonal recreational activities for the public, including softball leagues, karate, ballet, and special events for both children and adults. There are 10 ball fields, 4 tennis courts, numerous private swimming pools and three public golf courses that also have private membership. Fort A.P. Hill, a designated cooperative wildlife management area, provides excellent hunting and fishing opportunities.
Stonewall Jackson Shrine
The Stonewall Jackson Shrine, a 40 acre historic site is operated by the National Park Service. The nearby cities of Fredericksburg, Richmond and Washington, D.C. are easily accessible and provide a wide variety of cultural, social and athletic events.
Rivers
The Rappahannock and Mattaponi Rivers are used extensively for boating and fishing. The Rappahannock River follows Caroline's eastern border, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, wildlife watching and water sports. Visitors can rent a canoe, kayak or jon boat in Port Royal.
King's Dominion
Paramount's King's Dominion, located just 20 miles south of the county, is a large amusement park offering several different activities daily throughout the season including, one of a kind attractions and stunning shows with Hollywood glamour. A water park is also available for enjoyment during the summer months.
Newspapers
- The Free Lance Star (Fredericksburg, morning, - daily)
- The Richmond Times Dispatch (Richmond, morning - daily)
- The Washington Post (Washington D.C., morning - daily) is also available in certain locations
County Brochures
"Play Caroline" - Golf Courses as well as other things to do in Caroline County."Opportunity" - Provides A view of Caroline County (Climate, Demographics, Labor Statistics, Education, Media, Tax Rates, etc.)
To receive copies of any of the above brochures, stop by the Economic Development Office at:
23724 Rogers Clark Boulevard
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
Email Cassie Ruby
Radio & Television
Radio reception from stations in Richmond, Fredericksburg, Washington, D.C. and Tappahannock. Television reception from stations in Richmond and Washington, D.C. The county is served by cable television.Telephone
Local telephone service is provided by VerizonParcel Service
The United Parcel Service is available in Bowling Green and Ladysmith, and Federal Express is available in Bowling Green and the Carmel Church area.Internet Access
There are several local Internet Providers in Caroline County providing unlimited usage.
Area Libraries
- Caroline County Library: The main public library carries a total of 35,000 volumes in the system, head quartered in Bowling Green and serves branches in Dawn, Ladysmith and Port Royal.
- Central Rappahannock Regional Library system, primary facility in downtown Fredericksburg (210,000 volumes)
- Germanna Community College (26,000 volumes)
- J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, (Parham Campus - 33,000 volumes)
- Mary Washington College (300,000 volumes)
Police / Emergency Services
The county is served by a Sheriff's Department with 32 full-time sworn-in personnel. There are 17 state police officers assigned to the county. The Town of Bowling Green supports its own police department and maintains an excellent working relationship with the County Sheriff's Office and State Police. A full-time professional heads the county's Fire and Rescue operations and coordinates 6 Fire Departments and 2 Rescue Squads with approximately 200 or more volunteers.
The county is served by a Sheriff's Department with 32 full-time sworn-in personnel. There are 17 state police officers assigned to the county. The Town of Bowling Green supports its own police department and maintains an excellent working relationship with the County Sheriff's Office and State Police. A full-time professional heads the county's Fire and Rescue operations and coordinates 6 Fire Departments and 2 Rescue Squads with approximately 200 or more volunteers.
Local Taxes - 2020 Tax Year Real Estate
- Caroline County:Nominal Tax Rate per $100 are $.83; Assessment Ratio-100%
- Town of Bowling Green:Nominal Tax Rate per $100 are $.l7; Assessment Ratio-100%
- Town of Port Royal: No separate tax imposed
Personal Property/Automobile & Trucks
- Caroline County: Nominal Tax Rate per $100 are $3.80; Assessment Ratio-100%
- Town of Bowling Green: Nominal Tax Rate per $100 are $1.20; Assessment Ratio-40%
- Town of Port Royal: No separate tax imposed
Sales & Use Tax
- Caroline County: 1%
- State of Virginia: 4.3%
Post Offices/Zip Codes
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Bowling Green 22427
Phone: 804-633-5651 -
Corbin 22446
Phone: 540-373-1513 -
Hanover 23069
Phone: 540-537-5365 -
Ladysmith 22501
Phone: 804-448-3316 -
Milford 22514
Phone: 804-633-5413 -
Port Royal 22535
Phone: 804-742-5759 -
Rappahannock Academy 22538
Phone: 804-742-5604 -
Ruther Glen 22546
Phone: 804-448-3900 -
Sparta 22552
Phone: 804-633-9742 -
Woodford 22580
Phone: 804-633-6923
Population
According to recent population estimates the current population for the county is 29,727 (July 1, 2014). The county's 2 incorporated towns of Bowling Green and Port Royal have populations of 766 and 204 respectively.
Area
Caroline is located within 30 miles of the Richmond metro area. The County occupies 549 square miles, 77,000 acres of which belong to the Fort A.P. Hill military reservation. 261,700 acres of this area are commercial forest land, 51,605 acres farm land.
Climate
Caroline County enjoys a relatively moderate climate:
The average annual:
Rainfall: 41.7 inches
Snowfall: 17.5 inches
Temp: 56.1 degrees Fahrenheit
The average temperature per season is:
According to recent population estimates the current population for the county is 29,727 (July 1, 2014). The county's 2 incorporated towns of Bowling Green and Port Royal have populations of 766 and 204 respectively.
Area
Caroline is located within 30 miles of the Richmond metro area. The County occupies 549 square miles, 77,000 acres of which belong to the Fort A.P. Hill military reservation. 261,700 acres of this area are commercial forest land, 51,605 acres farm land.
Climate
Caroline County enjoys a relatively moderate climate:
The average annual:
Rainfall: 41.7 inches
Snowfall: 17.5 inches
Temp: 56.1 degrees Fahrenheit
The average temperature per season is:
- Fall: 57.9 degrees Fahrenheit
- Spring: 55.5 degrees Fahrenheit
- Summer: 74.8 degrees Fahrenheit
- Winter: 36.3 degrees Fahrenheit