Virginia Beach city, Virginia
Virginia Beach city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Virginia Beach city is a geographic entity located in Virginia Beach city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 456,349. The land area covers 244.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456,349 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs | ±0.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 179,851 | ±907 | 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 | 191,294 | ±178 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 179,851 | ±907 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 11,443 | ±826 |
| Median Home Value | $382,500 | ±$3,757 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,714 | ±$19 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,968 | ±$1,774 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,736 | ±$859 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±0.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 38,505 | ±2,764 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±0.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 220,728 | ±2,564 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±0.5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Virginia Beach | N | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Virginia Beach | N | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Regular School Virginia Beach | PK-05 | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Alternative School Virginia Beach | N | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Regular School Virginia Beach | PK-05 | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Regular School Virginia Beach | 06 | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Regular School Virginia Beach | PK-05 | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Regular School Virginia Beach | 09-12 | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Regular School Virginia Beach | 06-08 | Virginia Beach, VA | |
| Regular School Virginia Beach | PK-05 | Virginia Beach, 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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SENTARA PRINCESS ANNE HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 2025 GLENN MITCHELL DRIVE, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23456 |
(757) 507-1520
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Virginia Beach City Public Schools School of Practical Nursing
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College Vocational | 3.6 mi away | 2925 N Landing Rd, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456-2499 |
75764860500
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PRINCESS ANNE AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 1440 NIMMO PARKWAY, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23456 |
(757) 385-2160
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SENTARA VIRGINIA BEACH GENERAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 1060 FIRST COLONIAL ROAD, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23454 |
(757) 395-8000
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The Chrysm Institute of Esthetics
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College Vocational | 4.3 mi away | 208 Golden Oak Court, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452 |
7574565386
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WAHAB PUBLIC LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | JUDICIAL CENTER, BUILDING 10B, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23456 |
(757) 385-0150
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VIRGINIA BEACH PSYCHIATRIC CENTER
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Psychiatric | City address association | 1100 FIRST COLONIAL ROAD, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23454 |
(757) 496-6000
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Centura College-Virginia Beach
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College | 4.5 mi away | 2697 Dean Dr. Ste. 100, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452-7431 |
7573402121310
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JOINT-USE LIBRARY (TCC/CITY OF VB)
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 1700 COLLEGE CRESCENT (BLDG L), VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23453 |
(757) 385-0150
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South University-Virginia Beach
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College | 6.5 mi away | 301 Bendix Rd, Ste 100, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452 |
7574936900
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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 OCEANA NAS, VA US, located 2.6 miles from Virginia Beach city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.3° | 31.6° | 40.9° | 3.17" | 2.2" |
| February | 52.6° | 33.2° | 42.9° | 2.84" | 0.8" |
| March | 58.6° | 38.9° | 48.8° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| April | 68.6° | 47.7° | 58.2° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.5° | 56.3° | 65.9° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.3° | 65.5° | 74.4° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.4° | 70.3° | 78.9° | 5.76" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.4° | 69.1° | 77.2° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.9° | 64.0° | 71.9° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.2° | 52.7° | 61.9° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.3° | 41.5° | 51.4° | 3.06" | 0.0" |
| December | 54.0° | 35.4° | 44.7° | 3.26" | 0.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Norfolk city | City | 15.5 mi | — |
| Chesapeake city | City | 16.6 mi | — |
| Portsmouth city | City | 19.4 mi | — |
| Moyock CDP | CDP | 20.8 mi | — |
| Hampton city | City | 23.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5181096187. • 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.