Chesapeake

VA

Chesapeake city, Virginia

Population 253K |Median income $95,373 |1 hospital

Population
252,583
Chesapeake city
Median Income
$95,373
+40% vs avg
Median Home Value
$378,400
+66% vs avg
Median Age
37.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
253K+12%
Median Income
$95,373+37%
Median Home Value
$378,400+45%
Poverty Rate
9.4%+11%
Unemployment
4.6%-35%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,586/mo
Poverty Rate
9.4% -34% vs avg
Unemployment 4.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.9%
Work From Home 13.1%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 55.1%
African American 29.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.2%
Asian 3.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.1%
Short Sleep Duration
39.4%
High Blood Pressure
36.5%
Physical Inactivity
22.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.5%
Binge Drinking
15%
Diabetes
12.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.7%
Current Smoking
12.5%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.5%
Dental Visit 67.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.6%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
CHESAPEAKE GENERAL HOSPITAL
CHESAPEAKE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Chesapeake Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Earthquakes

Minor M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 74 km NE of Tonopah, Nevada

USGS · 1h ago
Earthquakes

Moderate M 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Norsup, Vanuatu

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central North Carolina and South Central Virginia

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and Southern West Virginia Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Chesapeake, VA? ▼
Chesapeake, VA has a population of 252,583 people, located in Chesapeake city, Virginia.
What is the median household income in Chesapeake? ▼
The median household income in Chesapeake, VA is $95,373 per year. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
What is the median home value in Chesapeake? ▼
The median home value in Chesapeake, VA is $378,400. Median rent is $1,586/month.
What are the top health concerns in Chesapeake? ▼
The top health indicators in Chesapeake include Obesity (40.1%), Short Sleep Duration (39.4%), High Blood Pressure (36.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Chesapeake? ▼
Chesapeake has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Chesapeake? ▼
The median age in Chesapeake, VA is 37.9 years. 36.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Chesapeake, VA is located in Chesapeake city, Virginia. With a population of 253K and a median household income of $95,373, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Chesapeake area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Chesapeake city) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.