Rushmere is a census-designated place (CDP) in Isle of Wight County, Virginia, United States.

[3] Rushmere is located in the northern corner of Isle of Wight County at 37°4′43″N 76°40′28″W / 37.07861°N 76.67444°W / 37.07861; -76.67444 (37.078580, −76.674436).

Surry County borders Rushmere to the northwest across Lawnes Creek, and Newport News is to the east across the James River.

24.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.