Chesapeake Population 2026
Chesapeake has a population of 235,429, making it the #98 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
235,429
Rank in United States
#98
Coordinates
36.82°N, 76.27°W
~3 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
240 km
149 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
| Hampton | 137,148 | #204 |
Cities near Chesapeake
- Portsmouth96,201 people · ~3 km away
- Norfolk238,005 people · ~3 km away
- Portsmouth Heights99,049 people · ~8 km away
- Newport News186,247 people · ~23 km away
- Hampton137,148 people · ~24 km away
- East Hampton147,993 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chesapeake?
Chesapeake has a population of 235,429 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #98 biggest city in United States.
What state is Chesapeake in?
Chesapeake is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Chesapeake the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 240 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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