Chesapeake city, Virginia
Chesapeake city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Chesapeake city is a geographic entity located in Chesapeake city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 252,583. The land area covers 338.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252,583 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs | ±0.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 93,626 | ±629 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 96,816 | ±135 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 93,626 | ±629 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,190 | ±594 |
| Median Home Value | $378,400 | ±$5,621 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,586 | ±$39 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $95,373 | ±$2,728 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,985 | ±$1,041 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 23,404 | ±2,738 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 118,688 | ±1,742 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Chesapeake | PK-02 | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Regular School Chesapeake | 03-05 | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Regular School Chesapeake | PK-02 | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Regular School Chesapeake | PK-05 | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Regular School Chesapeake | PK-05 | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Chesapeake | N | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Alternative School Chesapeake | N | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Regular School Chesapeake | 03-05 | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Regular School Chesapeake | 06-08 | Chesapeake, VA | |
| Regular School Chesapeake | PK-05 | Chesapeake, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CHESAPEAKE GENERAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 736 BATTLEFIELD BLVD, NORTH, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23320 |
(757) 312-8121
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Arizona College of Nursing - Chesapeake
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College | 7.0 mi away | 545 Belaire Avenue, Chesapeake, VA, 23320-4686 |
8557068382
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CHESAPEAKE CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 298 CEDAR ROAD, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23322 |
(757) 382-8300
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Centura College-Chesapeake
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College | 7.3 mi away | 932 Ventures Way, Chesapeake, VA, 23320 |
7575492121
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MAJOR HILLARD LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 824 OLD GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY., NOR, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23323 |
(757) 382-1923
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Sentara College of Health Sciences
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College | 7.5 mi away | 1441 Crossways Blvd, Suite 105, Chesapeake, VA, 23320 |
7573882900
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GREENBRIER LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 1214 VOLVO PARKWAY, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23320 |
(757) 382-1966
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Virginia Beach Theological Seminary
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College | 8.6 mi away | 2221 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, VA, 23464-6847 |
7574793706
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INDIAN RIVER LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 2320 OLD GREENBRIER ROAD, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23325 |
(757) 382-1900
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Rudy & Kelly Academy, A Paul Mitchell Partner School
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College Vocational | 9.3 mi away | 1920 Centerville Turnpike, Suite 114, Virginia Beach, VA, 23464 |
75747397971
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FENTRESS NAAS, VA US, located 9.3 miles from Chesapeake city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.3° | 33.6° | 43.9° | 3.35" | — |
| February | 57.0° | 35.4° | 46.2° | 2.71" | — |
| March | 63.3° | 40.9° | 52.1° | 3.76" | — |
| April | 73.5° | 49.9° | 61.7° | 3.47" | — |
| May | 81.5° | 59.0° | 70.2° | 4.21" | — |
| June | 88.9° | 67.4° | 78.1° | 4.56" | — |
| July | 92.5° | 72.7° | 82.6° | 5.51" | — |
| August | 89.6° | 70.4° | 80.0° | 5.83" | — |
| September | 84.7° | 65.0° | 74.8° | 4.49" | — |
| October | 75.9° | 53.8° | 64.8° | 4.07" | — |
| November | 65.3° | 43.9° | 54.6° | 3.37" | — |
| December | 57.5° | 37.1° | 47.3° | 3.29" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Portsmouth city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
| Moyock CDP | CDP | 14.2 mi | — |
| Virginia Beach city | City | 16.6 mi | — |
| South Mills CDP | CDP | 16.8 mi | — |
| Norfolk city | City | 17.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5155090812. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.