Haymarket, Virginia facts for kids
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Haymarket, Virginia
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Town
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| Town of Haymarket | ||
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| Nickname(s):
"The Crossroads"
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Location in Prince William County and the state of Virginia
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 Haymarket, Virginia
Location in Prince William area
Haymarket, Virginia
Location in Northern Virginia
Haymarket, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Haymarket, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Virginia |
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| County | Prince William | |
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| • Type | Mayor-council | |
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| • Total | 0.57 sq mi (1.49 km2) | |
| • Land | 0.57 sq mi (1.49 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 367 ft (112 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,545 | |
| • Density | 2,691.6/sq mi (1,039.2/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
20168-20169
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| Area code(s) | 571, 703 | |
| FIPS code | 51-35976 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 1499541 | |
Haymarket is a small town in Prince William County, Virginia, United States. In 2020, about 1,545 people lived here. It's a place with a rich history and a growing community.
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Discover Haymarket's History
Early Beginnings and Nickname
Haymarket's location was once a hunting path for the Iroquois people. This path was used until 1722. After a special agreement, called a treaty, the Iroquois moved to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Because of its central location on these paths, the area got the nickname The Crossroads.
Founding the Town
The town of Haymarket officially started in 1799. It was built on land owned by William Skinker. The Virginia General Assembly, which is like the state's government, gave him permission. He designed the town with 13 streets and 140 lots.
A clerk's office and a jail were built around 1801. This happened because Haymarket was chosen to be home to a district court. This court helped the town's businesses grow a lot in the early days. Today, St. Paul's Church stands where the court once was.
Changes to the Court and Church
In 1807, the Virginia General Assembly changed the court system. They decided to have circuit courts in each county seat instead. The courthouse in Haymarket was still important until 1830. It was used for many different things.
In 1830, the courthouse became an Episcopal church. Three years later, in 1833, it was officially named St. Paul's.
Haymarket During the Civil War
The American Civil War brought big changes to Haymarket. On November 4, 1862, Union soldiers came into town. They set almost the entire town on fire. Only four buildings survived: three small houses and St. Paul’s Church.
For the rest of the war, Haymarket was mostly empty. There were only two small battles, called skirmishes. One happened in October 1863 and another in June 1863. Both involved Confederate cavalry soldiers.
Rebuilding and Growth
After Robert E. Lee surrendered, Haymarket slowly began to recover. The town worked hard to regain its size and success.
Haymarket became an official town in 1882. It was the second town in Prince William County to do so. Mr. Garrett Hulfish was elected as the first mayor. The first council members were Mr. T.A. Smith, Mr. Charles Jordan, and Mr. William W. Meade. They created the town's first rules in May 1882.
Modern Haymarket
Much of central Haymarket looks similar today to how it did in 1882. The town is located near U.S. Route 15. While there are no schools directly within the town limits, five schools in the area are part of the Prince William County School System.
In the 1970s, Interstate 66 was built. Haymarket became Exit 40 on this major highway. This helped the town grow and become less rural. In the early 1990s, The Walt Disney Company planned to build a theme park called Disney's America nearby. However, the project was canceled due to various reasons.
Historic Places to See
Besides St. Paul's Church, several other places in Haymarket are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include Evergreen, Locust Bottom, Mt. Atlas, and Old Town Hall and School.
Where is Haymarket?
Haymarket is located at 38°48′46″N 77°38′6″W / 38.81278°N 77.63500°W. It covers a total area of about 0.5 square miles (1.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
The larger Haymarket area, which uses ZIP code 20169, is much bigger. It covers about 32.2 square miles (83.4 square kilometers). This larger area includes a small amount of water, about 0.2 square miles (0.5 square kilometers).
Who Lives in Haymarket?
Population Over Time
The number of people living in Haymarket has changed over the years:
- 1880: 107 people
- 1910: 162 people
- 1950: 213 people
- 1990: 483 people
- 2020: 1,545 people
A Look at the Community
As of the 2020 census, 1,545 people lived in Haymarket. In 2019, there were 464 households. A household is a group of people living in one home. About 377 of these were families.
The town has about 2,691 people per square mile. This is called the population density. Most people in Haymarket are White (92.04%). About 5.35% are African American and 0.80% are Asian. About 2.73% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (52.2%) have children under 18 living with them. The average household has about 3.34 people. The average family has about 3.67 people. The median age in Haymarket is 33.7 years old. This means half the people are younger and half are older.
The median income for a household in Haymarket was $128,125. This is how much money the middle household earns each year. The income per person was $46,943. Haymarket's ZIP code (20169) is known as the wealthiest in Prince William County. Only about 3.7% of the population lives below the poverty line.
Fun Things to Do in Haymarket
Golf Courses
If you like golf, Haymarket is a great place! There are over 38 golf courses within 20 miles of the town. Some popular ones include the Bull Run Golf Club and Raspberry Golf Academy. These are located nearby in Bull Run Mountain Estates.
Parks and Outdoor Fun
Silver Lake Regional Park is just outside Haymarket. This park is huge, covering over 230 acres. It has a 23-acre lake where you can fish or use non-motorized boats. The lake is home to fish like trout, bass, and catfish.
Next to Silver Lake is James S. Long Regional Park. It has 4.6 miles of trails perfect for horseback riding. These trails connect to Silver Lake Regional Park with a bridge.
Local Wineries
Haymarket is in the piedmont region of Virginia. This area is famous for its wineries, like La Grange. Winemaking has been a part of Prince William County's history since the 1800s.
Schools in Haymarket
The Haymarket area is home to several excellent schools:
- Battlefield High School is often ranked as the top high school in the Prince William County Public School System. In 2021, it was ranked 18th in Virginia and 833rd nationally out of many high schools.
- Haymarket Elementary School opened its doors on September 2, 2014.
- Mountain View Elementary opened in September 1995.
- Ronald Reagan Middle School welcomed students in 2012.
- Samuel L. Gravely, Jr. Elementary School opened in 2008.
- Alvey Elementary School opened in 2003. In September 2020, it had 458 students.
Getting Around Haymarket
Major Roads
Interstate 66 is the main highway that serves Haymarket. It goes west towards Interstate 81 near Front Royal. To the east, it goes all the way to Washington, D.C.. You can also connect to Interstate 95 using Interstate 495.
For north-south travel, U.S. Route 15 passes by the northwest side of town. US 15 connects north to Leesburg and south to Warrenton. Virginia State Route 55 also goes through Haymarket. It acts as a local road for I-66 and is known as Main Street within the town.
See also
In Spanish: Haymarket (Virginia) para niños
