Its capital is Umeå, and the largest town in the northern part is Skellefteå.

The county's capital is Umeå, which is home to approximately half of the population when combined with the largest town in the northern part, Skellefteå.

The County Administrative Board is a Government Agency headed by a Governor.

The table details all Riksdag election results of Västerbotten County since the unicameral era began in 1970.

When it is shown with a royal crown, it represents the County Administrative Board.