Portsmouth city's 2026 population is estimated at 96,709, reflecting a -0.07% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Portsmouth city is the 23rd largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 95,457 and has grown 1.31% since 2010.
Overall: 35.9 years
Female: 38.1 years
Male: 34 years
There are 74,798 adults, (15,037 of whom are seniors) in Portsmouth city.
Female: 50,632 (52.1%)
Male: 46,558 (47.9%)
The racial composition of Portsmouth city includes 50.59% Black or African American, 36.2% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49,167 | 50.59% |
| White | 35,186 | 36.2% |
| Two or more races | 8,731 | 8.98% |
| Other race | 2,088 | 2.15% |
| Asian | 1,673 | 1.72% |
| Native American | 299 | 0.31% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 46 | 0.05% |
Portsmouth city 's average per capita income is $46,259. Household income levels show a median of $60,491. The poverty rate stands at 17.34%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $98,492 | - |
| Families | $72,698 | $90,111 |
| Households | $60,491 | $77,856 |
| Non Families | $41,715 | $54,772 |
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