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664 cities. Virginia has a population of over 8.4 million, making it the 12th most populous state in the U.S. Virginia Beach is the state’s most populous city, with a population of 452,745. The state has six additional cities with populations of over 100,000: Norfolk, Chesapeake, the capital city Richmond, Newport News, Alexandria and Hampton.
The most populous cities in Virginia are Virginia Beach with 453,649, Chesapeake at 253,886, Arlington with 235,845, Norfolk at 230,930, and Richmond with 229,247.
The Commonwealth of Virginia is divided into 95 counties, along with 38 independent cities that are considered county-equivalents for census purposes, totaling 133 second-level subdivisions. In Virginia, cities are co-equal levels of government to counties, but towns are part of counties.
The largest city in Virginia is Virginia Beach, with a population of 453,649. Virginia Beach is the 43rd largest city in the US. The second largest city is Chesapeake, with a population of 253,886, and is the 89th largest city in the US.
Virginia, the 35th largest state in terms of area, is heavily populated. Below is a list of Virginia's 10 biggest cities, according to the 2020 U.S. Census.
Virginia Beach is the most populous city in Virginia with a population of approximately 450,435. Norfolk is the second most populous city in Virginia with a population of around 245,115. Richmond is the fourth most populous city in Virginia, with a population of around 227,032.
The population of all cities, towns and unincorporated places in Virginia with more than 20,000 inhabitants according to census results and latest official estimates.
A historical list of the largest cities in the state of Virginia from the 2019 census, ranked by population.
A historical list of the largest cities in the state of Virginia from the 2022 census, ranked by population
Virginia. QuickFacts provides statistics for all states and counties. Also for cities and towns with a population of 5,000 or more.