Hopewell Population 2026
Hopewell has a population of 22,378, making it the #2124 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 393× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,378
Rank in United States
#2124
Coordinates
37.30°N, 77.29°W
~15 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
178 km
111 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 Hopewell
- Colonial Heights17,820 people · ~11 km away
- Petersburg32,477 people · ~13 km away
- Chester20,987 people · ~15 km away
- Meadowbrook18,312 people · ~23 km away
- Highland Springs15,711 people · ~27 km away
- Richmond226,610 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hopewell?
Hopewell has a population of 22,378 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2124 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hopewell in?
Hopewell is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Hopewell the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 178 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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