Norfolk city's 2026 population is estimated at 230,559, reflecting a -0.12% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Norfolk city is the 10th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 243,019 and has grown -5.13% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 32.7 years
Female: 34.5 years
Male: 31.1 years
There are 186,060 adults, (30,440 of whom are seniors) in Norfolk city.
Female: 115,262 (49.3%)
Male: 118,334 (50.7%)
The racial composition of Norfolk city includes 43.22% White, 39.57% Black or African American, 3.83% other race, 3.66% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 100,966 | 43.22% |
| Black or African American | 92,432 | 39.57% |
| Two or more races | 20,946 | 8.97% |
| Other race | 8,939 | 3.83% |
| Asian | 8,544 | 3.66% |
| Native American | 1,544 | 0.66% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 225 | 0.1% |
Norfolk city 's average per capita income is $47,827. Household income levels show a median of $66,109. The poverty rate stands at 16.5%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $112,951 | $144,226 |
| Families | $83,527 | $111,425 |
| Households | $66,109 | $91,610 |
| Non Families | $48,582 | $63,326 |
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