Norfolk city, Virginia
Norfolk city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Norfolk city is a geographic entity located in Norfolk city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 233,596. The land area covers 53.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233,596 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs | ±0.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 94,965 | ±721 | 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 | 103,524 | ±282 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 94,965 | ±721 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 8,559 | ±692 |
| Median Home Value | $289,900 | ±$5,479 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,321 | ±$27 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,109 | ±$1,785 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,457 | ±$1,045 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% | ±1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 35,319 | ±2,176 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 102,915 | ±1,727 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.8% | ±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 Norfolk | 03-08 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | 06-08 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | PK-05 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | PK | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | 06-08 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | 09-12 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | PK-05 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | PK-05 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | PK-05 | Norfolk, VA | |
| Regular School Norfolk | PK-08 | Norfolk, 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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CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF THE KINGS DAUGHTERS INC
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Childrens | City address association | 601 CHILDREN'S LANE, NORFOLK, VA, 23507 |
(757) 668-9647
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Centura College-Norfolk
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College | 1.2 mi away | 7020 North Military Highway, Norfolk, VA, 23518-4833 |
7578532121
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BARRON F. BLACK BRANCH
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 6700 E. TANNERS CREEK DRIVE, NORFOLK, VA, 23513 |
(757) 441-5806
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SENTARA LEIGH HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 830 KEMPSVILLE ROAD, NORFOLK, VA, 23502 |
(757) 261-6700
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk
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College | 1.6 mi away | 2329 E. Little Creek Road, Norfolk, VA, 23518 |
7573632121
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LITTLE CREEK BRANCH
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 7853 TARPON PLACE, NORFOLK, VA, 23518 |
(757) 441-1751
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SENTARA NORFOLK GENERAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 600 GRESHAM DR, NORFOLK, VA, 23507 |
(757) 388-3000
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Tidewater Tech-East Little Creek
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College Vocational | 1.7 mi away | 2331 East Littlecreek Road, Norfolk, VA, 23518-3205 |
7573402121
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MARY D. PRETLOW ANCHOR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 111 WEST OCEAN VIEW AVE., NORFOLK, VA, 23503 |
(757) 441-1750
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Tidewater Tech-Trades
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College Vocational | 4.0 mi away | 4535 E. Princess Anne Rd., Norfolk, VA, 23502 |
7578588324
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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 NORFOLK NAS, VA US, located 2.8 miles from Norfolk city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.0° | 34.0° | 42.0° | 2.93" | 2.3" |
| February | 52.8° | 35.4° | 44.1° | 2.55" | 0.7" |
| March | 59.4° | 41.3° | 50.3° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| April | 69.5° | 50.3° | 59.9° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.0° | 59.5° | 68.2° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.4° | 68.0° | 76.2° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.7° | 72.6° | 80.6° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.3° | 71.5° | 78.9° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.8° | 66.7° | 73.7° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.7° | 55.5° | 63.6° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.4° | 44.7° | 53.1° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.9° | 37.9° | 45.9° | 2.89" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Portsmouth city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Hampton city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Poquoson city | City | 14.6 mi | — |
| Carrollton CDP | CDP | 15.3 mi | — |
| Virginia Beach city | City | 15.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5171094875. • 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.