About UVA and Charlottesville

UVA Medical Center is part of the UVA Health System which provides state-of-the-art facilities for clinical care, education, and research. The UVA Children’s Hospital incorporates the CDRC and all the inpatient and outpatient services provided to children and their families.

Charlottesville is a vibrant, thriving city of 48,000 residents, nestled in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. As the geographic and cultural hub of Albemarle County, the surrounding area boasts a population of approximately 230,000. Conveniently located about 110 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., and 70 miles west of Richmond, Charlottesville offers the charm of a small city with the amenities of a larger metropolitan area.

Affectionately known as “C-Ville,” the city and its surrounding region are rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Residents enjoy a high quality of life, with a highly educated workforce, top-tier schools, outstanding healthcare, and a relatively affordable cost of living.

Charlottesville has earned national recognition for its exceptional livability, consistently ranking among the best places to live and visit. Accolades include “#1 City in America” (Frommer’s), “Best Place to Live Among Small Cities” (Money), “Top Ten Cities That Have It All” (A&E TV), “40 Best College Towns” (Outside), “Healthiest Place to Live” (Kiplinger), “Hottest for Fitness” (Newsweek), and “Best Place to Raise a Family” (Reader’s Digest).

The local economy thrives on tourism, higher education, light industry, agriculture, and retail. Each year, thousands of visitors explore the historic Grounds of the University of Virginia and the nearby homes of U.S. Presidents Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of world-class hiking along the Appalachian Trail, mountain biking, and white-water rafting in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah National Park, and along Skyline Drive.

Charlottesville is also a cultural hub, attracting national and international talent to venues such as the Charlottesville Pavilion, John Paul Jones Arena, the Paramount Theater, the Jefferson Theater, The Southern, and the Virginia Film Festival. Food and wine lovers will appreciate the city’s diverse culinary scene, ranging from casual eateries to fine dining, as well as the 30 wineries located within a short drive.

Whether you’re visiting, interviewing, or settling in, we invite you to experience all that Charlottesville and the surrounding region have to offer. For more information, please see Regional Info for Housestaff.