Norfolk

VA

Norfolk city, Virginia

Population 234K |Median income $66,109 |3 hospitals

Population
233,596
Norfolk city
Median Income
$66,109
-3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$289,900
+27% vs avg
Median Age
32.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
234K-4%
Median Income
$66,109+48%
Median Home Value
$289,900+43%
Poverty Rate
16.5%-14%
Unemployment
4.7%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,321/mo
Poverty Rate
16.5% +16% vs avg
Unemployment 4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 33.5%
Work From Home 10.2%
Public Transit 2.6%

Population

White 43.2%
African American 39.6%
Asian 3.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41.1%
Obesity
40.3%
High Blood Pressure
36.2%
Physical Inactivity
26.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.8%
Binge Drinking
16.8%
Current Smoking
13.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.2%
Diabetes
12.7%
Current Asthma
11.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.7%
Dental Visit 61.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.5%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
SENTARA LEIGH HOSPITAL
NORFOLK · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★☆
SENTARA NORFOLK GENERAL HOSPITAL
NORFOLK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Norfolk 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 Norfolk, VA? ▼
Norfolk, VA has a population of 233,596 people, located in Norfolk city, Virginia.
What is the median household income in Norfolk? ▼
The median household income in Norfolk, VA is $66,109 per year. The poverty rate is 16.5%.
What is the median home value in Norfolk? ▼
The median home value in Norfolk, VA is $289,900. Median rent is $1,321/month.
What are the top health concerns in Norfolk? ▼
The top health indicators in Norfolk include Short Sleep Duration (41.1%), Obesity (40.3%), High Blood Pressure (36.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Norfolk? ▼
Norfolk has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Norfolk? ▼
The median age in Norfolk, VA is 32.7 years. 33.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Norfolk, VA is located in Norfolk city, Virginia. With a population of 234K and a median household income of $66,109, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Norfolk 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 (Norfolk 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.