Suffolk city, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Suffolk city, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Suffolk city, Virginia has a total population of 96,638, the 11th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $90,089, which is about average than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.9%.

Suffolk city Quick Facts

Population 96,638

Median Household Income $90,089

Median Home Value $329,600

Poverty Rate 9.9%

Unemployment Rate 5.3%

Median Age 38.7 years

Homeownership Rate 70.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.4%

High School Graduation Rate 91.8%

Diversity Index 60/100

Population 96,638 11th of 681

Median Income $90,089 above average

Poverty Rate 9.9% 21% lower national

Median Home Value $329,600 above average

How Suffolk city Compares

Median Household Income

Suffolk city

$90,089

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Suffolk city

$329,600

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.4%

$25K-$50K 14.2%

$50K-$100K 29.2%

$100K+ 44.2%

Employment

5.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

65.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.4%

Renter 29.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.7%

18-34

21.3%

35-54

26.5%

55-74

22.7%

75+

5.9%

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+)

Suffolk city Rankings in Virginia

#11 Population of 681

#217 Median Income of 681

#275 Education of 681

#206 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Suffolk city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Portsmouth city	97,299	$58,972	$229,400	23.2%	17.6%
Roanoke city	98,677	$52,671	$180,500	28.9%	19.7%
Dale City CDP	72,793	$113,245	$400,100	33.0%	6.7%
Lynchburg city	79,255	$59,808	$211,800	38.5%	17.4%
Hampton city	137,334	$67,758	$234,100	27.5%	13.0%

Population Overview

Suffolk city is a mid-sized community located in Virginia, within Suffolk city. The total population is 96,638. It ranks as the 11th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Suffolk city is 38.7 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Suffolk city is $90,089. This is about average than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $329,600. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Suffolk city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 41.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (41.5% vs 18.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

32.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 91.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Suffolk city, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Suffolk city, Virginia?

Suffolk city, Virginia has a population of 96,638 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Suffolk city, VA?

The median household income in Suffolk city is $90,089, which is 15% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Suffolk city, VA?

The poverty rate in Suffolk city is 9.9%. This means approximately 9,454 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Suffolk city, Virginia?

Suffolk city's population is 46.5% White, 41.5% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Suffolk city, VA?

The median home value in Suffolk city is $329,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Suffolk city, Virginia?

32.4% of adults (25+) in Suffolk city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.