Virginia Beach city's 2026 population is estimated at 456,866, reflecting a 0.23% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Virginia Beach city is the 3rd largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 438,864 and has grown 4.1% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.9 years
Female: 39.3 years
Male: 36.4 years
There are 356,490 adults, (72,515 of whom are seniors) in Virginia Beach city.
Female: 232,631 (51%)
Male: 223,718 (49%)
The racial composition of Virginia Beach city includes 60.8% White, 18.79% Black or African American, 7.24% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 277,439 | 60.8% |
| Black or African American | 85,740 | 18.79% |
| Two or more races | 46,554 | 10.2% |
| Asian | 33,022 | 7.24% |
| Other race | 11,800 | 2.59% |
| Native American | 1,042 | 0.23% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 752 | 0.16% |
Virginia Beach city 's average per capita income is $56,856. Household income levels show a median of $92,968. The poverty rate stands at 8.59%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $128,732 | $161,471 |
| Families | $110,561 | $138,997 |
| Households | $92,968 | $120,766 |
| Non Families | $60,383 | $78,980 |
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