Virginia Beach Population 2026
Virginia Beach has a population of 454,808, making it the #44 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
454,808
Rank in United States
#44
Coordinates
36.85°N, 75.98°W
~3 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
245 km
152 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Hampton | 137,148 | #204 |
Cities near Virginia Beach
- Chesapeake235,429 people · ~27 km away
- Norfolk238,005 people · ~27 km away
- Portsmouth96,201 people · ~29 km away
- Portsmouth Heights99,049 people · ~35 km away
- East Hampton147,993 people · ~38 km away
- Hampton137,148 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach has a population of 454,808 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #44 biggest city in United States.
What state is Virginia Beach in?
Virginia Beach is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Virginia Beach the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 245 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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