Virginia

Manassas city

42,772
2020 population
2000
first census record
3
census records

About Manassas city

Manassas city, Virginia, first appears in the United States federal census in 2000, when it recorded a population of 35,135. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 42,772.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, 3 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Engagement at Manassas Junction (August 26 1862), Manassas Junction Raid – 1863, Skirmish at Manassas Junction (Second, 1863), and 5 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
202042,772
201037,821
200035,135
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Manassas city

Military engagements that took place in Manassas city, Virginia.

Engagement at Manassas Junction (August 26 1862)
1862
Manassas Junction Raid – 1863
1863
Skirmish at Manassas Junction (Second, 1863)
1863

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Frequently asked about Manassas city

When does Manassas city first appear in the US census?
Manassas city, Virginia first appears in the federal census in 2000, with a recorded population of 35,135.
What is the population of Manassas city?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Manassas city had a recorded population of 42,772.
Were any battles fought in Manassas city?
3 documented military engagements took place in Manassas city, including Engagement at Manassas Junction (August 26 1862), Manassas Junction Raid – 1863, Skirmish at Manassas Junction (Second, 1863).
How many historic places are in Manassas city?
5 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Manassas city, Virginia.
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