Colonial Heights city's 2026 population is estimated at 19,130, reflecting a 1.21% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Colonial Heights city is the 83rd largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 17,338 and has grown 10.34% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.2 years
Female: 39.6 years
Male: 36.5 years
There are 13,844 adults, (3,364 of whom are seniors) in Colonial Heights city.
Female: 9,624 (52.4%)
Male: 8,728 (47.6%)
The racial composition of Colonial Heights city includes 66.2% White, 19.3% Black or African American, 4.28% other race, 3.74% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,149 | 66.2% |
| Black or African American | 3,542 | 19.3% |
| Two or more races | 1,039 | 5.66% |
| Other race | 786 | 4.28% |
| Asian | 686 | 3.74% |
| Native American | 150 | 0.82% |
Colonial Heights city 's average per capita income is $48,851. Household income levels show a median of $76,505. The poverty rate stands at 7.91%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $111,341 | - |
| Families | $96,005 | $110,074 |
| Households | $76,505 | $93,310 |
| Non Families | $46,913 | $55,539 |
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