York Virginia Map

About York, Virginia

York is a locality in York County, Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 480. The population density is 8.0 people per km². York is located at 37.2104°N, 76.3869°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 23692.

York hums with a quiet persistence, a place where the salty breath of the Chesapeake Bay mingles with the scent of pine needles on a breeze that whispers through the live oaks. It lies 12.7 miles north of Hampton, VA (from Hampton, VA: bearing 350°T), and is situated 7.2 miles north-north-east of Tabb. The land here, a low-lying expanse of sandy loam, rolls gently toward the tidal marshes, their reedy edges a vibrant green under the expansive coastal sky. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, can cast a honeyed glow on the weathered clapboard houses and the occasional broad expanse of manicured lawn, imbuing the everyday scene with a subtle, almost melancholic beauty. The air, often thick with humidity, carries the distant cry of gulls and the gentle lapping of water against unseen shores, a constant reminder of the nearby estuary’s embrace. This corner of Virginia is steeped in a history that predates the very nation, a quiet witness to the ebb and flow of empires and the enduring spirit of its people. York was once a bustling port, its fortunes tied to the tobacco trade and the maritime endeavors that shaped the early American economy. Though the grand ships no longer crowd its docks, the legacy of those times is palpable in the preserved architecture and the stories passed down through generations. Today, the local economy draws strength from its proximity to significant historical sites, attracting visitors eager to walk in the footsteps of patriots and pioneers, while a steady agricultural pulse, marked by the cultivation of corn and soybeans, continues to define the surrounding countryside. The rhythm of life in York remains unhurried, a testament to a community that values its heritage while embracing the present with a quiet, resilient grace.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of York, 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 York and York County.

Detailed location data for York includes the ZIP code (23692), telephone area code (757), county seat of York County (Yorktown), 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 York is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.