Virginia Beach city, Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Virginia Beach city is located in Virginia with a total population of 457,066. It is the 3rd most populous county out of 133 in Virginia. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Virginia Beach city is 37.4 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Virginia Beach city is $90,685. 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 8.4%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. The median home value is $366,300. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 64.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Virginia Beach city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 18.3%.

Education

40.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 94.7%. Notably, 15.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.