Chester CDP, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Chester CDP, Virginia Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
License: https://www.census.gov/data/developers/about/terms-of-service.html

As of 2026, Chester CDP, Virginia has a total population of 23,519, the 50th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $88,455, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

Chester CDP Quick Facts

Population 23,519

Median Household Income $88,455

Median Home Value $290,600

Poverty Rate 7.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 41.2 years

Homeownership Rate 72.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.6%

High School Graduation Rate 92.8%

Diversity Index 61/100

Population 23,519 50th of 681

Median Income $88,455 above average

Poverty Rate 7.8% 37% lower national

Median Home Value $290,600 above average

How Chester CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Chester CDP

$88,455

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Chester CDP

$290,600

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.8%

$25K-$50K 15.2%

$50K-$100K 31.7%

$100K+ 43.3%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

66.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.9%

Renter 27.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.8%

18-34

18.5%

35-54

29.5%

55-74

22.9%

75+

6.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Chester CDP Rankings in Virginia

#50 Population of 681

#224 Median Income of 681

#270 Education of 681

#236 Home Value of 681

Explore Virginia Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Cities Similar to Chester CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County)	21,828	$87,897	$309,200	31.8%	7.5%
Bailey's Crossroads CDP	25,458	$84,241	$398,200	44.4%	21.7%
Christiansburg town	22,820	$75,451	$242,900	45.5%	12.4%
Cave Spring CDP	26,014	$85,314	$296,700	50.4%	6.7%
Cherry Hill CDP	23,443	$119,474	$470,400	42.2%	8.2%

Population Overview

Chester CDP is a small city located in Virginia. The total population is 23,519. It ranks as the 50th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chester CDP is 41.2 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chester CDP is $88,455. This is 3% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $290,600. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 72.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Chester CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 28.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (28.0% vs 18.4%). The Asian population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

32.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 41.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chester CDP, Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 681 Census-designated places in Virginia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

Free data download: Get all Virginia city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Chester CDP, Virginia?

Chester CDP, Virginia has a population of 23,519 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Chester CDP, VA?

The median household income in Chester CDP is $88,455, which is 13% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chester CDP, VA?

The poverty rate in Chester CDP is 7.8%. This means approximately 1,820 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chester CDP, Virginia?

Chester CDP's population is 54.2% White, 28.0% Black, 11.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Chester CDP, VA?

The median home value in Chester CDP is $290,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Chester CDP, Virginia?

32.6% of adults (25+) in Chester CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.