ABOUT
Built in the mid-1700s, Leesburg, Virginia (VA), is the county seat of Loudoun County. It was home to some of Virginia’s most famous families during its long history, named for Thomas Lee, an ancestor of Robert E. Lee. Interestingly, in the War of 1812, it became the temporary seat of the United States government, as well as the temporary national archives. At one point, Leesburg was home to the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution!
According to the 2010 census, Leesburg is a total area of 12.47 square miles, nearly all of it land.
The Leesburg area consists of the Town of Leesburg and many major and minor subdivisions, including Goose Creek Farms, Greene Mill Preserve, River Creek, Kings Crossing, and Lansdowne, to name a few. Leesburg zip codes include 20175, 20176, 20177, and 20178.
POPULATION
As of October 2020, Leesburg had a population of 61,954. Its population has increased by 45% since the 2010 census, which recorded a population of 42,616.
DEMOGRAPHICS
According to the Census Bureau, the racial composition of Leesburg is:
| Race | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Asian | 8% |
| Hispanic/Latino | 17% |
| Black/African American | 8% |
| Two or More | 4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | Less than 1% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | Less than 1% |
As part of Loudoun County, Leesburg schools are part of the Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) system, one of the fastest-growing school divisions in Virginia and its third-largest school division. Connect with LCPS online.
To find the schools in your desired location, LCPS has an Attendance Zone Look-Up Tool. When using this tool, please note Leesburg zip codes include 20175, 20176, 20177, and 20178.
QUICK LINKS (LOUDOUN COUNTY)
• Taxes
• Board of Supervisors
• Public Library System
• Department of Parks, Recreation, & Community Services
• Transit & Commuter Services
• Loudoun County Economic Development
• Communities & Homeowners Association
QUICK LINKS (TOWN OF LEESBURG)
• Town of Leesburg
• Taxes
• Mayor, Town Council, & Government
• Library
• Parks & Recreation Department
• Transportation & Mobility
• Board of Architectural Review
