Suffolk city, Virginia
Suffolk city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Suffolk city is a geographic entity located in Suffolk city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 98,796. The land area covers 399.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98,796 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs | ±0.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 37,908 | ±357 | 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 | 40,499 | ±51 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 37,908 | ±357 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,591 | ±358 |
| Median Home Value | $347,400 | ±$5,812 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,563 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,666 | ±$3,881 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,819 | ±$1,874 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,186 | ±1,199 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 45,527 | ±1,103 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±1.2% |
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 Suffolk | PK-05 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Suffolk | PK-05 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Suffolk | PK-05 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Suffolk | N | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Suffolk | PK-05 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Suffolk | 06-08 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Suffolk | PK-05 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Suffolk | 06-08 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Suffolk | 06-08 | Suffolk, VA | |
| Regular School Suffolk | PK-05 | Suffolk, 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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BON SECOURS HARBOUR VIEW MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1020 BON SECOURS DRIVE, SUFFOLK, VA, 23435 |
(757) 673-5917
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Paul D Camp Community College
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College | 16.9 mi away | 100 N College Dr, Franklin, VA, 23851 |
7575696700
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MORGAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 443 W. WASHINGTON STREET, SUFFOLK, VA, 23434 |
(757) 514-7323
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SENTARA OBICI HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 2800 GODWIN BOULEVARD, SUFFOLK, VA, 23434 |
(757) 934-4000
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Eastern Virginia Medical School
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College | 21.6 mi away | 735 Fairfax Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23507 |
7574468422
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SUFFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 443 W. WASHINGTON STREET, SUFFOLK, VA, 23434 |
(757) 514-7323
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Tidewater Community College
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College | 21.8 mi away | 121 College Place, Norfolk, VA, 23510 |
7578221111
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CHUCKATUCK LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 5881 GODWIN BLVD., SUFFOLK, VA, 23432 |
(757) 514-7310
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Old Dominion University
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College | 22.4 mi away | 5115 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA, 23529 |
7576833000
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NORTH SUFFOLK LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 2000 BENNETT`S CREEK PARK ROAD, SUFFOLK, VA, 23435 |
(757) 514-7150
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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 SUFFOLK LAKE KILBY, VA US, located 2.9 miles from Suffolk city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.3° | 31.1° | 40.2° | 3.66" | 3.1" |
| February | 52.4° | 32.9° | 42.7° | 2.96" | 1.5" |
| March | 59.4° | 38.9° | 49.1° | 4.07" | 0.3" |
| April | 69.2° | 48.0° | 58.6° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.1° | 56.7° | 66.4° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.4° | 65.1° | 74.2° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 69.7° | 78.3° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.1° | 68.6° | 76.8° | 5.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.6° | 63.0° | 71.3° | 5.80" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.5° | 51.5° | 61.0° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.5° | 40.8° | 50.6° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.7° | 34.8° | 43.7° | 3.69" | 0.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Windsor town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
| Carrsville CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Camptown CDP | CDP | 14.4 mi | — |
| Benns Church CDP | CDP | 16.8 mi | — |
| Franklin city | City | 17.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5180095987. • 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.