Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.5% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,933 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 36,586 (22.7%) |
| Some College | 20,293 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 25,613 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 17,048 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 59,939 (37.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,233 ▲ 30% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $354,807 ▲ 27% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,601/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 96,111 |
| Vacant Units | 3,636 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chesapeake (city) County is located in Virginia and encompasses 9 ZIP codes. The county has an estimated population of 251,477 residents. With a median age of 37.77, it is a relatively young county.
Chesapeake (city) County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $99,233 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Chesapeake (city) County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $354,807 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,600. Homeownership rates are high at 74.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Chesapeake (city) County are majority White (54.38%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Chesapeake (city) County, VA is a middle-income area in Virginia. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23320 | Chesapeake | 59,626 | $81,736 | $323,800 | $1,654 | 4.7% | 49.0% |
| 23321 | Chesapeake | 39,469 | $98,257 | $352,000 | $1,434 | 3.8% | 51.6% |
| 23322 | Chesapeake | 66,079 | $133,522 | $448,000 | $1,870 | 3.9% | 52.9% |
| 23323 | Chesapeake | 43,383 | $105,912 | $360,500 | $1,590 | 5.4% | 45.9% |
| 23324 | Chesapeake | 23,684 | $57,774 | $242,000 | $1,145 | 7.8% | 32.5% |
| 23325 | Chesapeake | 19,236 | $73,666 | $262,600 | $1,437 | 3.5% | 38.4% |