Chesterfield County's 2026 population is estimated at 403,053, reflecting a 1.49% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Chesterfield County is the 5th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 317,210 and has grown 27.06% since 2010.
Overall: 39 years
Female: 40.1 years
Male: 38.1 years
There are 288,329 adults, (60,831 of whom are seniors) in Chesterfield County.
Female: 195,173 (51.7%)
Male: 182,696 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Chesterfield County includes 57.89% White, 23.39% Black or African American, 6.42% other race, 3.62% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 218,762 | 57.89% |
| Black or African American | 88,373 | 23.39% |
| Two or more races | 31,287 | 8.28% |
| Other race | 24,248 | 6.42% |
| Asian | 13,687 | 3.62% |
| Native American | 1,276 | 0.34% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 236 | 0.06% |
Chesterfield County 's average per capita income is $60,811. Household income levels show a median of $101,931. The poverty rate stands at 7.06%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $136,760 | $166,386 |
| Families | $120,205 | $146,501 |
| Households | $101,931 | $128,631 |
| Non Families | $59,038 | $74,023 |
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