Chester Population 2026
Chester has a population of 20,987, making it the #2259 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 420× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,987
Rank in United States
#2259
Coordinates
37.36°N, 77.44°W
~53 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
175 km
109 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Chester
- Colonial Heights17,820 people · ~10 km away
- Meadowbrook18,312 people · ~11 km away
- Petersburg32,477 people · ~15 km away
- Hopewell22,378 people · ~15 km away
- Bon Air16,366 people · ~21 km away
- Richmond226,610 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chester?
Chester has a population of 20,987 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2259 biggest city in United States.
What state is Chester in?
Chester is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Chester the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 175 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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