Virginia Geospatial Data Resources

The Virginia Tech Libraries guide provides a centralized hub for accessing geospatial data services from various local government entities across Virginia. This comprehensive resource compiles direct links to county and city GIS data portals, download pages, and contact information, facilitating easy access for users. Many listed resources offer data in common formats like ESRI shapefiles, suitable for use in third-party GIS software.

Users can explore a wide array of spatial datasets, including parcels, addresses, infrastructure, and environmental layers, often available for direct download. Some portals, such as Chesapeake and Bedford County, feature robust open data platforms allowing users to search, preview, filter, and download data in multiple formats, including GeoJSON. This guide serves as an invaluable tool for researchers, developers, and the public seeking authoritative local government spatial data for analysis, planning, and application development within Virginia.