Colonial Heights Population 2026
Colonial Heights has a population of 17,820, making it the #2674 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 494× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,820
Rank in United States
#2674
Coordinates
37.27°N, 77.41°W
~29 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
184 km
114 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 Colonial Heights
- Petersburg32,477 people · ~4 km away
- Chester20,987 people · ~10 km away
- Hopewell22,378 people · ~11 km away
- Meadowbrook18,312 people · ~21 km away
- Bon Air16,366 people · ~32 km away
- Highland Springs15,711 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Colonial Heights?
Colonial Heights has a population of 17,820 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2674 biggest city in United States.
What state is Colonial Heights in?
Colonial Heights is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Colonial Heights the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 184 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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