Chesapeake city's 2026 population is estimated at 257,057, reflecting a 0.4% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Chesapeake city is the 7th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 223,525 and has grown 15% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.9 years
Female: 39.2 years
Male: 36.8 years
There are 191,558 adults, (36,797 of whom are seniors) in Chesapeake city.
Female: 128,619 (50.9%)
Male: 123,964 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Chesapeake city includes 55.13% White, 29.05% Black or African American, 3.87% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 139,259 | 55.13% |
| Black or African American | 73,386 | 29.05% |
| Two or more races | 22,954 | 9.09% |
| Asian | 9,781 | 3.87% |
| Other race | 6,606 | 2.62% |
| Native American | 457 | 0.18% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 140 | 0.06% |
Chesapeake city 's average per capita income is $57,721. Household income levels show a median of $95,373. The poverty rate stands at 9.42%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $135,735 | $156,302 |
| Families | $115,841 | $136,667 |
| Households | $95,373 | $118,762 |
| Non Families | $55,383 | $67,950 |
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