Suffolk city's 2026 population is estimated at 107,215, reflecting a 1.95% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Suffolk city is the 18th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 84,859 and has grown 26.34% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.7 years
Female: 39.7 years
Male: 37.6 years
There are 75,486 adults, (15,100 of whom are seniors) in Suffolk city.
Female: 50,759 (51.4%)
Male: 48,037 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Suffolk city includes 46.5% White, 42.02% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 45,942 | 46.5% |
| Black or African American | 41,515 | 42.02% |
| Two or more races | 6,470 | 6.55% |
| Other race | 2,444 | 2.47% |
| Asian | 1,843 | 1.87% |
| Native American | 573 | 0.58% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 9 | 0.01% |
Suffolk city 's average per capita income is $58,159. Household income levels show a median of $92,666. The poverty rate stands at 9.39%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $135,641 | - |
| Families | $114,116 | $134,666 |
| Households | $92,666 | $116,720 |
| Non Families | $55,975 | $73,914 |
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