Explore Bon Air, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Bon Air |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Chesterfield County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 37.516984 |
| Longitude | -77.570309 |
| Population | 18,022 |
| Density | 831.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 22205, 23235 |
| Area Code | 703, 571, 804 |
| County Seat | Chesterfield Court House |
| School District | Chesterfield County Public Schools |
Bon Air reveals its character through a landscape defined by the persistent flow of Powhite Creek. It lies 3.0 miles north-northwest of Manchester, VA (from Manchester, VA: bearing 335°T), and is situated 5.7 miles west-southwest of Richmond. This waterway carves a path through the terrain, grounding the neighborhood in a quiet, terrestrial rhythm that persists despite the encroaching pace of modern development. The distant Blue Ridge Mountains offer a faint, jagged silhouette against the western horizon, reminding observers of the vast, inland expanse stretching toward the horizon. Residents often find respite at Lake Page, where the water catches the late afternoon light in a way that turns the surface into a sheet of hammered copper. The nearby Pocahontas State Forest provides a dense, green anchor for the region, preserving an older, wilder version of the Virginia Piedmont.
Bon Air emerged as a deliberate retreat, shaped by the migration of those seeking relief from the density of urban life. The local economy transitioned from its early utilitarian roots into a diverse suburban corridor, balancing professional services with a steady commitment to commerce. Small businesses and neighborhood enterprises drive the daily activity, fostering a self-contained environment that favors stability over rapid, unsettling change. Historic structures remain scattered among the newer residential developments, serving as silent witnesses to the shifts in land use and industry. The presence of the Huguenot Hs Ball Diamond underscores a focus on active, community-centered recreation that has defined the social infrastructure for generations. Through every cycle of growth, the economy maintains a measured, deliberate pace that reflects the pragmatic spirit of the surrounding region.
Bon Air maintains a distinct cultural identity, marked by an enduring appreciation for the quietude of its residential streets. The community life revolves around local gatherings and long-standing traditions that encourage a sense of continuity among neighbors. While the area is primarily defined by its peaceful character, it has been home to individuals of note, such as the acclaimed author Tom Robbins, who spent formative years in the region. Landmark spaces provide focal points for interaction, ensuring that the human scale of the neighborhood is never lost to the sprawl of the wider metropolitan influence. Seasonal events bring a particular vitality to the streets, transforming the atmosphere from a state of calm reflection into one of collective celebration. This balance between personal privacy and public engagement remains the hallmark of life in Bon Air, grounding its residents in a space that feels both connected and intentionally apart.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Bon Air, Virginia. Coordinates: 37.516984, -77.570309. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Bon Air includes the ZIP code (22205, 23235), telephone area code (703, 571, 804), county seat of Chesterfield County (Chesterfield Court House), and school district assignment (Chesterfield County Public Schools).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |