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Virginia District 1

Congressional District in VA • 5 Counties

Virginia's 1st congressional district is represented by Rob Wittman, a Republican U.S. representative. Wittman won the 2024 general election with 56.3% of the vote. The district has 804,410 residents, a median household income of $104,610 and a median age of 42.0, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Rob Wittman

Representative for Virginia District 1
Republican19 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

804,410

Total Population

$104,610

Median Household Income

42.0

Median Age

27.6%

College Educated

6.4%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

71.4% Whi
12.8% Bla
5.8% His
5.9% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 42.0 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $104,610 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Rob Wittman Republican56.3%
Leslie C. Mehta Democratic43.5%

Rob Wittman won by 12.8%

478,906 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Rob Wittman

Major Counties

Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico and 2 more

Major Cities

Williamsburg, Mechanicsville, Chester

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Virginia District 1?
Rob Wittman (Republican) currently represents Virginia District 1 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Virginia District 1?
Virginia District 1 includes 5 counties: Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, James City, New Kent.
What are the major cities in Virginia District 1?
The major cities in this district include Williamsburg, Mechanicsville, Chester.
What is the population of Virginia District 1?
Virginia District 1 has a population of approximately 804,410 residents.