Norfolk Population 2026
Norfolk has a population of 238,005, making it the #92 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)
238,005
Rank in United States
#92
Coordinates
36.85°N, 76.29°W
~2 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
237 km
147 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| 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 |
| Hampton | 137,148 | #204 |
Cities near Norfolk
- Portsmouth96,201 people · ~2 km away
- Chesapeake235,429 people · ~3 km away
- Portsmouth Heights99,049 people · ~8 km away
- Newport News186,247 people · ~20 km away
- Hampton137,148 people · ~21 km away
- East Hampton147,993 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Norfolk?
Norfolk has a population of 238,005 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #92 biggest city in United States.
What state is Norfolk in?
Norfolk is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Norfolk the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 237 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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