Atlee Virginia Map

About Atlee, Virginia

Atlee is a locality in Hanover County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 18,000. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Atlee is located at 37.6576°N, 77.4069°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 23005.

Atlee unfolds across a landscape shaped by the gentle roll of the Coastal Plain, where broad fields of corn and soybeans catch the sun's generous light, hinting at the agricultural heart that beats beneath the surface. It lies 3.8 miles north-north-west of Mechanicsville, VA (from Mechanicsville, VA: bearing 331°T), and is situated 7.7 miles north-north-east of Richmond. Stands of mature oak and pine, their branches reaching towards a sky often painted in shades of soft blue or bruised twilight, punctuate the open land, creating a sense of deep, quiet woods that have witnessed generations pass. The air here, especially after a summer rain, carries the earthy perfume of damp soil and the sweet, subtle fragrance of honeysuckle, a testament to the fertile ground and the unhurried pace of life that defines this corner of Hanover County. The story of Atlee is one of quiet growth, its roots entwined with the historical pathways of Virginia, where early settlers sought fertile ground for their endeavors. While not a place of grand pronouncements, its local economy has long been tethered to the land, with agriculture remaining a significant presence, though the proximity to larger urban centers has brought new opportunities for commerce and industry. You can still see the echoes of past agricultural life in the old farmsteads and the enduring spirit of community that values neighborly connection, a spirit that finds expression in local gatherings and the shared appreciation for the enduring, almost timeless, quality of this place.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Atlee, Virginia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Atlee and Hanover County.

Detailed location data for Atlee includes the ZIP code (23116), telephone area code (804), county seat of Hanover County (Hanover Courthouse), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Atlee is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.