Chesapeake, VA

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Chesapeake Overview

249,377
TOTAL POPULATION
122,672
MALE POPULATION
126,705
FEMALE POPULATION
96.82
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.29
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,753
PER CAPITA INCOME
$109,923
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$92,703
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,162
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
132,139
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chesapeake Zip Codes

Chesapeake Area Codes

Race in Chesapeake

The most populous races in Chesapeake are White / Caucasian (142,840 | 57.3%), Black / African American (73,034 | 29.3%), and Two or more Races (17,786 | 7.1%).
Race in Chesapeake
Race# Population% Population
Asian9,1793.7%
Black / African American73,03429.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific1440.1%
Hispanic or Latino17,5787.0%
Native / Alaskan4170.2%
White / Caucasian142,84057.3%
Two or more Races17,7867.1%
Some other Race5,9772.4%
Total249,377100.0%

Ancestry in Chesapeake

The most populous ancestries reported in Chesapeake are English (26,880 | 10.8%), German (25,298 | 10.1%), Irish (23,901 | 9.6%), American (20,734 | 8.3%), and Italian (10,505 | 4.2%), together accounting for 43.0% of all Chesapeake residents.
Ancestry in Chesapeake
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan950.0%
African2,6471.1%
Albanian260.0%
American20,7348.3%
Apache140.0%
Arab4890.2%
Armenian400.0%
Australian470.0%
Austrian2760.1%
Bangladeshi730.0%
Barbadian2070.1%
Basque180.0%
Belgian1060.0%
Bermudan360.0%
Bhutanese8680.4%
Blackfeet1450.1%
Bolivian2200.1%
Brazilian2550.1%
British1,3460.5%
British West Indian240.0%
Bulgarian110.0%
Burmese1,6180.6%
Cajun560.0%
Canadian3740.2%
Cape Verdean450.0%
Central American2,8651.1%
Central American Indian3030.1%
Cherokee6790.3%
Chickasaw460.0%
Chilean880.0%
Chippewa280.0%
Choctaw290.0%
Colombian4440.2%
Creek420.0%
Croatian1060.0%
Crow350.0%
Cuban1,0090.4%
Czech5070.2%
Czechoslovakian1030.0%
Danish3540.1%
Dominican5390.2%
Dutch1,2400.5%
Eastern European4700.2%
Ecuadorian1840.1%
Egyptian1540.1%
English26,88010.8%
Estonian290.0%
Ethiopian1970.1%
European4,8071.9%
Filipino780.0%
Finnish2960.1%
French4,6411.9%
French Canadian1,1030.4%
German25,29810.1%
Ghanaian2340.1%
Greek9790.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro1300.1%
Guatemalan1,0420.4%
Guyanese1870.1%
Haitian1,0040.4%
Honduran4360.2%
Hopi310.0%
Hungarian7330.3%
Indian (Asian)1,4820.6%
Inupiat230.0%
Iranian720.0%
Iraqi390.0%
Irish23,9019.6%
Iroquois160.0%
Italian10,5054.2%
Jamaican1,0750.4%
Japanese330.0%
Kenyan2370.1%
Korean5,8102.3%
Laotian520.0%
Latvian260.0%
Lebanese1580.1%
Lithuanian3910.2%
Lumbee140.0%
Luxembourger170.0%
Malaysian190.0%
Mexican4,9412.0%
Mexican American Indian140.0%
Moroccan430.0%
Native Hawaiian2010.1%
Navajo200.0%
Nicaraguan2260.1%
Nigerian5140.2%
Northern European2240.1%
Norwegian1,6700.7%
Pakistani3510.1%
Panamanian3450.1%
Paraguayan1070.0%
Pennsylvania German70.0%
Peruvian3400.1%
Polish4,9162.0%
Portuguese5030.2%
Pueblo730.0%
Puerto Rican4,9182.0%
Romanian2870.1%
Russian6640.3%
Salvadoran8160.3%
Samoan540.0%
Scandinavian7430.3%
Scotch-Irish2,9081.2%
Scottish4,5701.8%
Seminole240.0%
Sierra Leonean600.0%
Sioux500.0%
Slavic630.0%
Slovak3150.1%
Slovene460.0%
South African1100.0%
South American1,4540.6%
South American Indian620.0%
Spaniard6080.2%
Spanish5230.2%
Sri Lankan1,2560.5%
Subsaharan African4,5871.8%
Swedish1,3800.5%
Swiss4440.2%
Syrian310.0%
Thai9210.4%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian2010.1%
Turkish1860.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander520.0%
Ukrainian3120.1%
Uruguayan450.0%
Venezuelan260.0%
Welsh1,7780.7%
West Indian3750.2%
Yugoslavian450.0%
Zimbabwean310.0%
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Immigrants in Chesapeake

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chesapeake came from Asia (5,917 | 2.4%), Latin America (5,416 | 2.2%), South Eastern Asia (2,809 | 1.1%), Central America (2,405 | 1.0%), and Caribbean (2,241 | 0.9%), together accounting for 7.5% of all Chesapeake residents.
Immigrants in Chesapeake
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan340.0%
Africa1,6220.6%
Albania260.0%
Asia5,9172.4%
Australia100.0%
Austria470.0%
Bahamas140.0%
Bangladesh410.0%
Barbados2080.1%
Bolivia1100.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina140.0%
Brazil1350.1%
Cabo Verde220.0%
Canada1840.1%
Caribbean2,2410.9%
Central America2,4051.0%
Chile330.0%
China5740.2%
Colombia2370.1%
Costa Rica290.0%
Cuba2760.1%
Czechoslovakia170.0%
Denmark180.0%
Dominican Republic1970.1%
Eastern Africa3000.1%
Eastern Asia1,6940.7%
Eastern Europe4430.2%
Ecuador180.0%
Egypt340.0%
El Salvador4790.2%
England1880.1%
Ethiopia1420.1%
Europe1,8050.7%
France260.0%
Germany4440.2%
Ghana3090.1%
Guatemala7930.3%
Guyana1330.1%
Haiti6440.3%
Honduras1920.1%
Hong Kong610.0%
Hungary180.0%
India7050.3%
Indonesia190.0%
Iran170.0%
Iraq390.0%
Ireland800.0%
Italy2110.1%
Jamaica5760.2%
Japan1890.1%
Kazakhstan30.0%
Kenya970.0%
Korea9310.4%
Kuwait80.0%
Latin America5,4162.2%
Lebanon710.0%
Lithuania430.0%
Malaysia190.0%
Mexico6220.3%
Middle Africa1010.0%
Moldova840.0%
Morocco250.0%
Nepal810.0%
Netherlands730.0%
Nicaragua1240.1%
Nigeria4240.2%
Northern Africa1470.1%
Northern Europe4210.2%
Oceania100.0%
Pakistan2770.1%
Panama1660.1%
Peru820.0%
Philippines1,9680.8%
Poland210.0%
Romania660.0%
Russia1470.1%
Scotland260.0%
South Africa980.0%
South America7700.3%
South Central Asia1,1580.5%
South Eastern Asia2,8091.1%
Southern Europe3430.1%
Spain1320.1%
Switzerland80.0%
Syria190.0%
Taiwan540.0%
Thailand850.0%
Trinidad and Tobago2190.1%
Turkey1190.1%
Uganda300.0%
Ukraine70.0%
Uruguay190.0%
Venezuela30.0%
Vietnam7180.3%
West Indies180.0%
Western Africa9470.4%
Western Asia2560.1%
Western Europe5980.2%
Zaire1010.0%
Zimbabwe230.0%
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Sex and Age in Chesapeake

Sex and Age in Chesapeake

The most populous age groups in Chesapeake are 10 to 14 Years (9,169 | 7.5%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (10,176 | 8.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chesapeake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7,775 (6.3%)7,464 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years8,291 (6.8%)8,385 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Years9,169 (7.5%)8,244 (6.5%)
15 to 19 Years8,636 (7.0%)8,083 (6.4%)
20 to 24 Years7,848 (6.4%)7,258 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years8,461 (6.9%)7,950 (6.3%)
30 to 34 Years8,956 (7.3%)9,095 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years8,857 (7.2%)10,176 (8.0%)
40 to 44 Years9,049 (7.4%)7,947 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years7,623 (6.2%)7,785 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years7,606 (6.2%)7,963 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years8,774 (7.1%)8,331 (6.6%)
60 to 64 Years6,775 (5.5%)8,501 (6.7%)
65 to 69 Years5,561 (4.5%)6,853 (5.4%)
70 to 74 Years4,279 (3.5%)4,834 (3.8%)
75 to 79 Years2,400 (2.0%)3,529 (2.8%)
80 to 84 Years1,560 (1.3%)2,065 (1.6%)
85 Years and over1,052 (0.9%)2,242 (1.8%)
Total122,672 (100.0%)126,705 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chesapeake

Median Family Size in Chesapeake

The median family size in Chesapeake is 3.15 persons per family, with married-couple families (50,283 | 75.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.22 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3,636 | 5.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.70 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Chesapeake
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple50,283 (75.3%)3.22
Single Male/Father3,636 (5.4%)2.70
Single Female/Mother12,841 (19.2%)3.02
Total Families66,760 (100.0%)3.15

Median Household Size in Chesapeake

The median household size in Chesapeake is 2.68 persons per household, with married-couple households (50,283 | 55.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.24 persons per household. non-family households (24,608 | 26.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Chesapeake
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple50,283 (55.0%)3.24
Single Male/Father3,636 (4.0%)2.98
Single Female/Mother12,841 (14.1%)3.22
Non-family24,608 (26.9%)1.21
Total Households91,368 (100.0%)2.68

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chesapeake

Out of a total of 91,368 households in Chesapeake, 66,760 (73.1%) are family households, while 24,608 (26.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 27,459, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 20,345.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chesapeake
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-20,345 (22.3%)
2-Person Households27,459 (30.0%)3,572 (3.9%)
3-Person Households15,829 (17.3%)520 (0.6%)
4-Person Households14,021 (15.3%)132 (0.1%)
5-Person Households6,050 (6.6%)24 (0.0%)
6-Person Households2,434 (2.7%)15 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households967 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total66,760 (73.1%)24,608 (26.9%)

Female Fertility in Chesapeake

Fertility by Age in Chesapeake

Average fertility rate in Chesapeake is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 94.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 70.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Chesapeake
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years96 (2.9%)12.0
20 to 34 years2,295 (70.6%)94.0
35 to 50 years860 (26.5%)31.0
Total3,251 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chesapeake

77.9% of women with births (3,251) in Chesapeake are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 19.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chesapeake
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)96 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years1,845 (80.4%)450 (19.6%)
35 to 50 years687 (79.9%)173 (20.1%)
Total2,533 (77.9%)718 (22.1%)

Fertility by Education in Chesapeake

Average fertility rate in Chesapeake is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 70.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 34.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chesapeake
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School225 (6.9%)28.0
High School Diploma445 (13.7%)44.0
College or Associate's Degree1,108 (34.1%)55.0
Bachelor's Degree1,019 (31.3%)70.0
Graduate Degree454 (14.0%)65.0
Total3,251 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chesapeake

22.1% of women with births in Chesapeake are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 92.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 51.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chesapeake
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School109 (48.4%)116 (51.6%)
High School Diploma246 (55.3%)199 (44.7%)
College or Associate's Degree842 (76.0%)266 (24.0%)
Bachelor's Degree938 (92.0%)81 (8.0%)
Graduate Degree397 (87.4%)57 (12.6%)
Total2,533 (77.9%)718 (22.1%)

Income in Chesapeake

Income Overview in Chesapeake

Per Capita Income in Chesapeake is $42,753, while median incomes of families and households are $109,923 and $92,703 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income249,377$42,753
Median Family Income66,760$109,923
Mean Family Income66,760$131,047
Median Household Income91,368$92,703
Mean Household Income91,368$114,454
Income Deficit66,760$11,162
Wage / Income Gap (%)249,37735.21%
Wage / Income Gap ($)249,37764.79¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index249,3770.42

Earnings by Sex in Chesapeake

Average Earnings in Chesapeake are $46,648, $57,801 for men and $37,450 for women, a difference of 35.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Chesapeake
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male72,809 (52.5%)$57,801
Female65,922 (47.5%)$37,450
Total138,731 (100.0%)$46,648

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chesapeake

The most common earnings brackets in Chesapeake are $100,000+ for men (16,851 | 23.1%) and $100,000+ for women (6,359 | 9.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chesapeake
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3,723 (5.1%)3,672 (5.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,084 (2.9%)2,664 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,590 (3.6%)2,468 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999868 (1.2%)1,910 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,152 (1.6%)2,286 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,442 (2.0%)1,806 (2.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,165 (1.6%)2,193 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,999782 (1.1%)2,002 (3.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,623 (2.2%)1,693 (2.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,653 (2.3%)2,119 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9993,164 (4.3%)4,017 (6.1%)
$30,000 to $34,9992,793 (3.8%)4,055 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,907 (4.0%)3,852 (5.8%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,880 (4.0%)3,161 (4.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9993,172 (4.4%)3,253 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,742 (3.8%)2,986 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,9995,897 (8.1%)6,312 (9.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9994,847 (6.7%)3,204 (4.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99910,474 (14.4%)5,910 (9.0%)
$100,000+16,851 (23.1%)6,359 (9.7%)
Total72,809 (100.0%)65,922 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chesapeake

Average earnings in Chesapeake are $65,243 for men and $43,743 for women, a difference of 33.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $101,644, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,071. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,892, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,106.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chesapeake
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$28,071$22,106
High School Diploma$48,084$31,550
College or Associate's Degree$60,115$36,517
Bachelor's Degree$88,106$51,703
Graduate Degree$101,644$73,892
Total$65,243$43,743

Family Income in Chesapeake

Family Income Brackets in Chesapeake

According to the Chesapeake family income data, there are 15,555 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 668 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Chesapeake
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001,4022.1%
$10,000 to $14,9996681.0%
$15,000 to $24,9992,0703.1%
$25,000 to $34,9992,4703.7%
$35,000 to $49,9994,6066.9%
$50,000 to $74,9999,94714.9%
$75,000 to $99,9998,74613.1%
$100,000 to $149,99915,55523.3%
$150,000 to $199,99910,34815.5%
$200,000+10,88216.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chesapeake

4-person families (13,259 | 19.9%) account for the highest median family income in Chesapeake with $146,998 per family, while 2-person families (29,169 | 43.7%) have the highest median income of $45,098 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chesapeake
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families29,169 (43.7%)$90,195
3-Person Families15,469 (23.2%)$112,872
4-Person Families13,259 (19.9%)$146,998
5-Person Families5,694 (8.5%)$129,632
6-Person Families2,273 (3.4%)$118,283
7+ Person Families896 (1.3%)$123,409
Total66,760 (100.0%)$109,923

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chesapeake

The median family income in Chesapeake is $109,923, with families comprising 3+ earners (8,699) having the highest median family income of $168,810, while families with no earners (7,072) have the lowest median family income of $63,760, accounting for 13.0% and 10.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Chesapeake
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7,072 (10.6%)$63,760
1 Earner20,878 (31.3%)$74,854
2 Earners30,111 (45.1%)$131,247
3+ Earners8,699 (13.0%)$168,810
Total66,760 (100.0%)$109,923

Household Income in Chesapeake

Household Income Brackets in Chesapeake

With 18,913 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Chesapeake, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 1,827 households (2.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Chesapeake
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003,0153.3%
$10,000 to $14,9991,8272.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994,2944.7%
$25,000 to $34,9995,3915.9%
$35,000 to $49,9997,5848.3%
$50,000 to $74,99915,16716.6%
$75,000 to $99,99911,78612.9%
$100,000 to $149,99918,91320.7%
$150,000 to $199,99911,60412.7%
$200,000+11,69512.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chesapeake

The median household income in Chesapeake is $92,703, with the highest median household income of $115,047 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 35,337 households (38.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $50,652, with 2,627 households (2.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Chesapeake
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2,627 (2.9%)$50,652
25 to 44 Years32,902 (36.0%)$92,525
45 to 64 Years35,337 (38.7%)$115,047
65+ Years20,502 (22.4%)$69,051
Total91,368 (100.0%)$92,703

Poverty in Chesapeake

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chesapeake

With 6.9% poverty level for males and 8.4% for females among the residents of Chesapeake, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 344 males (18.8%) and 1,378 females (13.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chesapeake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,026 (13.5%)825 (11.1%)
5 Years109 (5.9%)52 (3.8%)
6 to 11 Years1,406 (13.8%)730 (7.2%)
12 to 14 Years163 (3.2%)582 (11.6%)
15 Years344 (18.8%)135 (8.6%)
16 and 17 Years301 (8.2%)396 (10.7%)
18 to 24 Years1,242 (12.0%)1,378 (13.7%)
25 to 34 Years867 (5.2%)1,358 (8.0%)
35 to 44 Years679 (4.1%)1,393 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years757 (5.1%)972 (6.2%)
55 to 64 Years651 (4.3%)1,333 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years360 (3.8%)756 (6.5%)
75 Years and over237 (4.8%)617 (8.3%)
Total8,142 (6.9%)10,527 (8.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chesapeake

According to the poverty statistics in Chesapeake, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.9% of males and 96.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chesapeake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6,583 (86.5%)6,593 (88.9%)
5 Years1,749 (94.1%)1,315 (96.2%)
6 to 11 Years8,785 (86.2%)9,369 (92.8%)
12 to 14 Years5,013 (96.9%)4,426 (88.4%)
15 Years1,489 (81.2%)1,438 (91.4%)
16 and 17 Years3,353 (91.8%)3,308 (89.3%)
18 to 24 Years9,094 (88.0%)8,671 (86.3%)
25 to 34 Years15,771 (94.8%)15,634 (92.0%)
35 to 44 Years16,055 (95.9%)16,656 (92.3%)
45 to 54 Years14,120 (94.9%)14,760 (93.8%)
55 to 64 Years14,579 (95.7%)15,373 (92.0%)
65 to 74 Years9,212 (96.2%)10,896 (93.5%)
75 Years and over4,703 (95.2%)6,837 (91.7%)
Total110,506 (93.1%)115,276 (91.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chesapeake

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Chesapeake show that 2.1% or 1,063 of the total 50,283 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 2.7%, comprising of 124 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chesapeake
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children26,377 (97.8%)597 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children18,074 (98.1%)342 (1.9%)
3 or 4 Children4,515 (97.3%)124 (2.7%)
5 or more Children254 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49,220 (97.9%)1,063 (2.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chesapeake

According to the poverty data in Chesapeake, 12.6% or 458 single-father households and 16.6% or 2,128 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 45 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 62 households (52.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chesapeake
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children56 (3.6%)257 (5.9%)
1 or 2 Children348 (18.8%)1,234 (17.2%)
3 or 4 Children9 (5.1%)575 (46.8%)
5 or more Children45 (100.0%)62 (52.5%)
Total458 (12.6%)2,128 (16.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chesapeake

The poverty data for Chesapeake shows that 1,063 of the married-couple family households (2.1%) and 2,586 of the single-parent households (15.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 124 households (2.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 107 household (65.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chesapeake
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children597 (2.2%)313 (5.3%)
1 or 2 Children342 (1.9%)1,582 (17.5%)
3 or 4 Children124 (2.7%)584 (41.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)107 (65.6%)
Total1,063 (2.1%)2,586 (15.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Chesapeake

Employment by Class of Employer in Chesapeake

Among the 123,540 employed individuals in Chesapeake, private company employees (68,568 | 55.5%), federal government employees (21,121 | 17.1%), and local government employees (10,942 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chesapeake
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees68,56855.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4,0753.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5,4484.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations10,1778.2%
Local Government Employees10,9428.9%
State Government Employees2,8932.3%
Federal Government Employees21,12117.1%
Unpaid Family Workers3160.3%
Total123,540100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chesapeake

According to the labor force statistics for Chesapeake, out of the total population over 16 years of age (196,635), 67.2% or 132,139 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 6,607 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.3% or 15,398 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.9% or 807 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chesapeake
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years5,415 (40.7%)807 (14.9%)
20 to 24 Years11,722 (77.6%)985 (8.4%)
25 to 29 Years13,785 (84.0%)1,117 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Years15,398 (85.3%)770 (5.0%)
35 to 44 Years30,228 (83.9%)1,058 (3.5%)
45 to 54 Years26,238 (84.7%)997 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years12,880 (75.3%)515 (4.0%)
60 to 64 Years9,364 (61.3%)215 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years6,178 (28.7%)179 (2.9%)
75 Years and over989 (7.7%)2 (0.2%)
Total132,139 (67.2%)6,607 (5.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chesapeake

According to labor force statistics for Chesapeake, 80.6% of individuals (107,882) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (133,849) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 4,639 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.4% or 44,187 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.3% or 367 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chesapeake
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School4,419 (59.0%)622 (8.3%)
High School Diploma20,873 (72.0%)1,710 (5.9%)
College / Associate Degree38,428 (81.1%)2,417 (5.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher44,187 (88.4%)1,200 (2.4%)
Total107,882 (80.6%)5,756 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chesapeake

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chesapeake are Community & Social Service (13,044 | 11.1%), Management (12,141 | 10.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (10,698 | 9.1%), Business & Financial (7,919 | 6.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (7,882 | 6.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chesapeake

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chesapeake, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (80.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (72.8%), and Computers & Mathematics (71.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.8%), Health Technologists (79.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (77.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chesapeake
OccupationMaleFemale
Management6,879 (56.7%)5,262 (43.3%)
Business & Financial3,275 (41.4%)4,644 (58.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7,790 (72.8%)2,908 (27.2%)
Computers & Mathematics4,278 (71.8%)1,684 (28.2%)
Architecture & Engineering3,177 (80.6%)763 (19.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science335 (42.1%)461 (57.9%)
Community & Social Service 3,288 (25.2%)9,756 (74.8%)
Education, Arts & Media684 (26.7%)1,882 (73.3%)
Legal Services & Support268 (29.4%)643 (70.6%)
Education Instruction & Library1,723 (22.2%)6,046 (77.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment613 (34.1%)1,185 (65.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,437 (18.2%)6,445 (81.8%)
Health Technologists1,120 (20.2%)4,423 (79.8%)
Total (Category)22,669 (43.9%)29,015 (56.1%)
Total (Overall)58,641 (49.8%)59,041 (50.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chesapeake are Food Preparation & Serving (5,949 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (3,704 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (3,235 | 2.8%), Security & Protection (3,092 | 2.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (2,863 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in Chesapeake

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Chesapeake, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (78.8%), Security & Protection (78.1%), and Law Enforcement (77.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.0%), Personal Care & Service (74.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (59.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Chesapeake
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support370 (10.0%)3,334 (90.0%)
Security & Protection2,416 (78.1%)676 (21.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention1,164 (78.8%)313 (21.2%)
Law Enforcement1,252 (77.5%)363 (22.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving2,402 (40.4%)3,547 (59.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2,055 (71.8%)808 (28.2%)
Personal Care & Service825 (25.5%)2,410 (74.5%)
Total (Category)8,068 (42.8%)10,775 (57.2%)
Total (Overall)58,641 (49.8%)59,041 (50.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chesapeake are Office & Administration (12,436 | 10.6%), and Sales & Related (10,842 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chesapeake

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chesapeake
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4,706 (43.4%)6,136 (56.6%)
Office & Administration2,798 (22.5%)9,638 (77.5%)
Total (Category)7,504 (32.2%)15,774 (67.8%)
Total (Overall)58,641 (49.8%)59,041 (50.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chesapeake are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5,332 | 4.5%), Construction & Extraction (5,331 | 4.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (109 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chesapeake

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chesapeake
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction5,107 (95.8%)224 (4.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5,063 (95.0%)269 (5.1%)
Total (Category)10,279 (95.4%)493 (4.6%)
Total (Overall)58,641 (49.8%)59,041 (50.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chesapeake are Production (4,877 | 4.1%), Transportation (4,427 | 3.8%), and Material Moving (3,801 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chesapeake

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chesapeake
OccupationMaleFemale
Production3,692 (75.7%)1,185 (24.3%)
Transportation3,561 (80.4%)866 (19.6%)
Material Moving2,868 (75.4%)933 (24.5%)
Total (Category)10,121 (77.2%)2,984 (22.8%)
Total (Overall)58,641 (49.8%)59,041 (50.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chesapeake

Employment Industries in Chesapeake

The major employment industries in Chesapeake include Health Care & Social Assistance (17,143 | 14.6%), Public Administration (11,485 | 9.8%), Retail Trade (11,331 | 9.6%), Educational Services (11,192 | 9.5%), and Professional & Scientific (10,483 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries in Chesapeake

Employment Industries by Sex in Chesapeake

The Chesapeake industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (91.6%), and Construction (88.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (81.7%), Educational Services (72.4%), and Finance & Insurance (69.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chesapeake
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting128 (75.3%)42 (24.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction6,842 (88.2%)915 (11.8%)
Manufacturing6,466 (79.0%)1,721 (21.0%)
Wholesale Trade1,397 (60.6%)908 (39.4%)
Retail Trade5,254 (46.4%)6,077 (53.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing4,132 (71.3%)1,662 (28.7%)
Utilities972 (91.6%)89 (8.4%)
Information1,354 (49.5%)1,381 (50.5%)
Finance & Insurance1,670 (30.8%)3,757 (69.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing778 (39.5%)1,191 (60.5%)
Professional & Scientific5,999 (57.2%)4,484 (42.8%)
Enterprise Management46 (33.6%)91 (66.4%)
Administrative & Support2,967 (62.8%)1,760 (37.2%)
Educational Services3,090 (27.6%)8,102 (72.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3,138 (18.3%)14,005 (81.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation746 (46.3%)867 (53.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services3,414 (41.9%)4,737 (58.1%)
Public Administration7,425 (64.6%)4,060 (35.3%)
Total58,641 (49.8%)59,041 (50.2%)

Education in Chesapeake

School Enrollment in Chesapeake

The most common levels of schooling among the 63,858 students in Chesapeake are high school (14,553 | 22.8%), middle school (13,512 | 21.2%), and elementary school (13,069 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Chesapeake
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3,5445.6%
Kindergarten3,2345.1%
Elementary School13,06920.5%
Middle School13,51221.2%
High School14,55322.8%
College / Undergraduate11,67318.3%
Graduate / Professional4,2736.7%
Total63,858100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chesapeake

Out of a total of 63,858 students who are enrolled in schools in Chesapeake, 11,622 (18.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 52,236 (81.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,644 (60.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 9,697 (92.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chesapeake
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,055 (39.1%)1,644 (60.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old12,547 (81.8%)2,789 (18.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds14,902 (88.2%)1,988 (11.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds9,697 (92.7%)764 (7.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3,314 (80.7%)791 (19.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3,706 (80.6%)891 (19.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3,734 (76.9%)1,123 (23.1%)
35 Years and over3,306 (67.3%)1,607 (32.7%)
Total52,236 (81.8%)11,622 (18.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chesapeake

Business (12,572 | 19.4%), science & technology (6,932 | 10.7%), education (6,917 | 10.6%), arts & humanities (5,982 | 9.2%), and social sciences (4,359 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 64,971 individuals in Chesapeake who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chesapeake
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3,7825.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3,3225.1%
Physical & Health Sciences2,1553.3%
Psychology4,1916.5%
Social Sciences4,3596.7%
Engineering4,2196.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies6651.0%
Science & Technology6,93210.7%
Business12,57219.4%
Education6,91710.6%
Literature & Languages2,3953.7%
Liberal Arts & History3,4625.3%
Visual & Performing Arts1,7692.7%
Communications2,2493.5%
Arts & Humanities5,9829.2%
Total64,971100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chesapeake

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chesapeake

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chesapeake are males with 2 vehicles (27,879, accounting for 43.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (23,780, making up 47.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chesapeake
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1,152 (1.8%)1,606 (2.7%)
1 Vehicle7,781 (12.2%)10,858 (18.3%)
2 Vehicles27,879 (43.6%)23,780 (40.2%)
3 Vehicles16,561 (25.9%)14,245 (24.0%)
4 Vehicles6,562 (10.3%)5,354 (9.0%)
5 or more Vehicles4,036 (6.3%)3,379 (5.7%)
Total63,971 (100.0%)59,222 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chesapeake

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chesapeake are 30 to 34 minutes (19,186 commuters, 17.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (18,396 commuters, 16.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (18,188 commuters, 16.3%).
Commute Time in Chesapeake
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,4771.3%
5 to 9 Minutes7,4746.7%
10 to 14 Minutes12,70411.4%
15 to 19 Minutes18,39616.5%
20 to 24 Minutes18,18816.3%
25 to 29 Minutes9,3508.4%
30 to 34 Minutes19,18617.2%
35 to 39 Minutes4,6674.2%
40 to 44 Minutes5,0074.5%
45 to 59 Minutes10,0179.0%
60 to 89 Minutes3,2382.9%
90 or more Minutes1,6761.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Chesapeake

The most common commute times in Chesapeake are 30 to 34 minutes (11,346 commuters, 19.1%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (9,672 commuters, 18.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chesapeake
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes655 (1.1%)822 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes3,735 (6.3%)3,739 (7.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes5,570 (9.4%)7,134 (13.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes9,098 (15.3%)9,298 (17.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes8,516 (14.3%)9,672 (18.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes5,108 (8.6%)4,242 (8.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes11,346 (19.1%)7,840 (15.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes3,013 (5.1%)1,654 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes3,256 (5.5%)1,751 (3.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes6,376 (10.7%)3,641 (7.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,947 (3.3%)1,291 (2.5%)
90 or more Minutes811 (1.4%)865 (1.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chesapeake

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chesapeake are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (8,655, 14.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (8,982, 17.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chesapeake
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4,294 (7.2%)1,591 (3.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4,036 (6.8%)1,231 (2.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM6,264 (10.5%)2,122 (4.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM6,947 (11.7%)3,920 (7.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM7,422 (12.5%)5,679 (10.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM8,655 (14.6%)8,982 (17.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4,883 (8.2%)6,527 (12.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4,787 (8.1%)7,989 (15.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2,368 (4.0%)2,647 (5.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,886 (4.9%)2,821 (5.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,302 (2.2%)1,746 (3.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM342 (0.6%)556 (1.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2,894 (4.9%)2,773 (5.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,351 (4.0%)3,365 (6.5%)
Total59,431 (100.0%)51,949 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chesapeake

Occupancy by Ownership in Chesapeake

Of the total 91,368 dwellings in Chesapeake, owner-occupied units account for 66,988 (73.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 24,380 (26.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chesapeake
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units66,98873.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units24,38026.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units91,368100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chesapeake

Occupancy by Household Size in Chesapeake
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household20,34522.3%
2-Person Household31,03134.0%
3-Person Household16,34917.9%
4+ Person Household23,64325.9%
Total Housing Units91,368100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chesapeake

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chesapeake
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household12,690 (62.4%)7,655 (37.6%)
2-Person Household23,258 (75.0%)7,773 (25.1%)
3-Person Household12,095 (74.0%)4,254 (26.0%)
4+ Person Household18,945 (80.1%)4,698 (19.9%)
Total Housing Units66,988 (73.3%)24,380 (26.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chesapeake

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chesapeake
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2,546 (58.8%)1,783 (41.2%)
High School Diploma11,487 (65.8%)5,981 (34.2%)
College/Associate Degree23,207 (69.4%)10,225 (30.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher29,748 (82.3%)6,391 (17.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chesapeake

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chesapeake
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17,23818.9%
35 to 44 Years18,29120.0%
45 to 54 Years17,58919.3%
55 to 64 Years17,74819.4%
65 to 74 Years12,21513.4%
75 to 84 Years6,1566.7%
85 Years and Over2,1312.3%
Total91,368100.0%

Housing Finances in Chesapeake

Median Income by Occupancy in Chesapeake

Median Income by Occupancy in Chesapeake
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied66,988 (73.3%)$111,613
Renter-Occupied24,380 (26.7%)$52,102
Average91,368 (100.0%)$92,703

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chesapeake

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chesapeake
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000694 (1.0%)967 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $9,999471 (0.7%)916 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999700 (1.0%)1,112 (4.6%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,039 (1.5%)669 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,158 (1.7%)1,400 (5.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,625 (3.9%)2,800 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,015 (6.0%)3,613 (14.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9999,934 (14.8%)5,240 (21.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9998,522 (12.7%)3,239 (13.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99916,274 (24.3%)2,639 (10.8%)
$150,000 or more21,556 (32.2%)1,785 (7.3%)
Total66,988 (100.0%)24,380 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chesapeake

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chesapeake
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,179 (1.8%)481 (2.0%)
$300 to $4993,357 (5.0%)359 (1.5%)
$500 to $7998,265 (12.3%)1,004 (4.1%)
$800 to $9994,167 (6.2%)1,437 (5.9%)
$1,000 to $1,4999,760 (14.6%)9,534 (39.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99912,921 (19.3%)7,161 (29.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49911,497 (17.2%)2,506 (10.3%)
$2,500 to $2,9998,121 (12.1%)717 (2.9%)
$3,000 or more7,721 (11.5%)454 (1.9%)
Total66,988 (100.0%)24,380 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chesapeake

Housing Structures in Chesapeake

Housing Structures in Chesapeake
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached62,52168.4%
Single Unit, Attached12,18813.3%
2 Unit Apartments1,1511.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,9913.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3,9814.4%
10 or more Apartments7,0327.7%
Mobile Home / Other1,5041.7%
Total91,368100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chesapeake

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chesapeake
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached56,557 (90.5%)5,964 (9.5%)
Single Unit, Attached8,454 (69.4%)3,734 (30.6%)
2 Unit Apartments182 (15.8%)969 (84.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments198 (6.6%)2,793 (93.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments293 (7.4%)3,688 (92.6%)
10 or more Apartments266 (3.8%)6,766 (96.2%)
Mobile Home / Other1,038 (69.0%)466 (31.0%)
Total66,988 (73.3%)24,380 (26.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chesapeake

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chesapeake
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room143 (0.2%)315 (1.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms732 (1.1%)4,860 (19.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms10,937 (16.3%)11,667 (47.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms23,877 (35.6%)5,331 (21.9%)
8 or more Rooms31,299 (46.7%)2,207 (9.0%)
Total66,988 (100.0%)24,380 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chesapeake

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chesapeake
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas33,116 (49.4%)6,119 (25.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,175 (1.8%)472 (1.9%)
Electricity30,654 (45.8%)17,414 (71.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,354 (2.0%)181 (0.7%)
Coal or Coke55 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels297 (0.4%)50 (0.2%)
No Fuel Used337 (0.5%)144 (0.6%)
Total66,988 (100.0%)24,380 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chesapeake

Household Vehicle Usage in Chesapeake
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,453 (2.2%)2,600 (10.7%)
1 Vehicle12,755 (19.0%)10,640 (43.6%)
2 Vehicles29,514 (44.1%)8,594 (35.2%)
3 or more Vehicles23,266 (34.7%)2,546 (10.4%)
Total66,988 (100.0%)24,380 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chesapeake

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chesapeake

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units16,55650,432
Median Property Value$313,700$348,000
Median Household Income$81,174$17,903
Monthly Housing Costs$647$7,643
Real Estate Taxes$2,855$2,488

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chesapeake

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chesapeake
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0001,470 (8.9%)1,124 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999110 (0.7%)307 (0.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9996,154 (37.2%)17,972 (35.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9996,789 (41.0%)22,294 (44.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9991,556 (9.4%)7,664 (15.2%)
$750,000 to $999,999272 (1.6%)718 (1.4%)
$1,000,000 or more205 (1.2%)353 (0.7%)
Total16,556 (100.0%)50,432 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chesapeake

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chesapeake
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000358 (2.2%)1,066 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,434 (8.7%)807 (1.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,166 (7.0%)1,463 (2.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,636 (9.9%)1,459 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,098 (18.7%)2,379 (4.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,071 (12.5%)6,836 (13.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,140 (19.0%)6,451 (12.8%)
$150,000 or more3,653 (22.1%)13,134 (26.0%)
Total16,556 (100.0%)50,432 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chesapeake

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chesapeake
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x4,160 (25.1%)118,791 (235.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x3,042 (18.4%)11,960 (23.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x3,056 (18.5%)15,388 (30.5%)
4.0x or more6,211 (37.5%)9,103 (18.0%)
Total16,556 (100.0%)50,432 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chesapeake

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chesapeake
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,444 (8.7%)218 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,4991,613 (9.7%)4,027 (8.0%)
$800 to $1,49912,101 (73.1%)4,688 (9.3%)
Total16,556 (100.0%)50,432 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chesapeake

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chesapeake

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chesapeake
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years17,870 (96.7%)605 (3.3%)
6 to 18 Years42,785 (95.9%)1,825 (4.1%)
19 to 25 Years17,036 (88.8%)2,142 (11.2%)
26 to 34 Years23,518 (85.6%)3,943 (14.4%)
35 to 44 Years28,976 (90.9%)2,906 (9.1%)
45 to 54 Years27,885 (93.2%)2,045 (6.8%)
55 to 64 Years29,653 (93.1%)2,209 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years21,102 (99.4%)122 (0.6%)
75 Years and older12,340 (99.6%)54 (0.4%)
Total221,165 (93.3%)15,851 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chesapeake

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chesapeake
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born17,870 (96.7%)605 (3.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen42,785 (95.9%)1,825 (4.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen17,036 (88.8%)2,142 (11.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chesapeake

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chesapeake
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00014,976 (88.1%)2,027 (11.9%)
$25,000 to $49,99923,182 (88.6%)2,982 (11.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99929,959 (90.2%)3,235 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99928,022 (93.7%)1,885 (6.3%)
$100,000 and over124,701 (95.6%)5,720 (4.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chesapeake

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chesapeake
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64,510 (24.4%)14,032 (75.9%)
6 to 18 Years11,022 (24.7%)33,632 (75.4%)
19 to 25 Years2,548 (13.3%)15,255 (79.5%)
25 to 34 Years4,182 (15.2%)20,504 (74.7%)
35 to 44 Years5,000 (15.7%)26,443 (82.9%)
45 to 54 Years4,596 (15.4%)26,034 (87.0%)
55 to 64 Years5,402 (17.0%)26,694 (83.8%)
65 to 74 Years20,361 (95.9%)14,250 (67.1%)
75 Years and over12,290 (99.2%)9,140 (73.8%)
Total69,911 (29.5%)185,984 (78.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chesapeake

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chesapeake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years57 (0.7%)32 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years2,084 (9.1%)1,125 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years1,686 (7.1%)2,030 (7.8%)
35 to 64 Years4,824 (11.0%)5,029 (10.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,456 (25.7%)2,840 (24.4%)
75 Years and over2,142 (43.4%)3,353 (45.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chesapeake

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chesapeake: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years57 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years126 (0.5%)306 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years194 (0.8%)153 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years1,161 (2.6%)694 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,011 (10.6%)364 (3.1%)
75 Years and over1,133 (22.9%)1,126 (15.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chesapeake: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years57 (0.7%)32 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years258 (1.1%)358 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years330 (1.4%)327 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years870 (2.0%)805 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years272 (2.8%)358 (3.1%)
75 Years and over213 (4.3%)667 (8.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chesapeake: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,857 (8.1%)952 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years1,014 (4.3%)1,495 (5.8%)
35 to 64 Years1,639 (3.7%)1,936 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years309 (3.2%)678 (5.8%)
75 Years and over372 (7.5%)749 (10.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chesapeake: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years151 (0.7%)298 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years96 (0.4%)360 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years2,735 (6.2%)3,003 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,394 (14.6%)2,147 (18.4%)
75 Years and over1,113 (22.5%)2,540 (34.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chesapeake: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years329 (1.4%)278 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years114 (0.5%)305 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years613 (1.4%)801 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years513 (5.4%)510 (4.4%)
75 Years and over421 (8.5%)794 (10.6%)

Technology Access in Chesapeake

Computing Device Access in Chesapeake

Computing Device Access in Chesapeake
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop77,61184.9%
Smartphone83,61291.5%
Tablet65,51471.7%
No Computing Device3,1363.4%
Total91,368100.0%

Internet Access in Chesapeake

Internet Access in Chesapeake
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet740.1%
Broadband Home72,60379.5%
Cellular Data Only10,27511.3%
Satellite Internet3,3903.7%
No Internet6,8187.5%
Total91,368100.0%

Chesapeake Summary

Chesapeake, Virginia is a city located in the Hampton Roads region of the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is the second-largest city in the state, with a population of 222,209 as of the 2010 census. Chesapeake is located in the southeastern corner of Virginia, just south of Norfolk and north of Virginia Beach. It is bordered by the Elizabeth River to the west, the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east.

History

The area that is now Chesapeake was first settled in 1620 by English colonists. The area was originally known as South Norfolk, and was part of the Elizabeth City Shire. In 1790, the area was officially incorporated as the City of South Norfolk. In 1963, the city merged with the neighboring City of Norfolk, and the name was changed to Chesapeake.

Geography

Chesapeake is located in the southeastern corner of Virginia, just south of Norfolk and north of Virginia Beach. It is bordered by the Elizabeth River to the west, the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. The city covers an area of 351 square miles, making it the largest city in Virginia by land area.
The city is divided into seven boroughs: Great Bridge, Deep Creek, Western Branch, Hickory, Indian River, South Norfolk, and Greenbrier. The city is also home to several large lakes, including Lake Drummond, Lake Gaston, and Lake Meade.

Economy

Chesapeake is home to a diverse economy, with a variety of industries represented. The city is home to several large employers, including the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the U.S. Department of Defense. The city is also home to several large corporations, including Dollar Tree, Dollar General, and Dollar Tree Stores.
The city is also home to several large retail centers, including Chesapeake Square Mall, Greenbrier Mall, and Chesapeake Town Center. The city is also home to several large industrial parks, including the Chesapeake Industrial Park, the Chesapeake Commerce Center, and the Chesapeake Technology Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Chesapeake was 222,209. The racial makeup of the city was 68.3% White, 24.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $54,945, and the median income for a family was $63,945. The per capita income for the city was $25,945. About 8.7% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Chesapeake?
Total Population of Chesapeake is 249,377.
What is the Total Male Population of Chesapeake?
Total Male Population of Chesapeake is 122,672.
What is the Total Female Population of Chesapeake?
Total Female Population of Chesapeake is 126,705.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chesapeake?
There are 96.82 Males per 100 Females in Chesapeake.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chesapeake?
There are 103.29 Females per 100 Males in Chesapeake.
What is the Median Population Age in Chesapeake?
Median Population Age in Chesapeake is 37.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chesapeake
Average Family Size in Chesapeake is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chesapeake
Average Household Size in Chesapeake is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chesapeake?
Per Capita income in Chesapeake is $42,753.
What is the Median Family Income in Chesapeake?
Median Family Income in Chesapeake is $109,923.
What is the Median Household income in Chesapeake?
Median Household Income in Chesapeake is $92,703.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chesapeake?
Income or Wage Gap in Chesapeake is 35.2%.
Women in Chesapeake earn 64.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Chesapeake?
Family Income Deficit in Chesapeake is $11,162.
Families that are below poverty line in Chesapeake earn $11,162 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chesapeake?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chesapeake is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chesapeake?
There are 132,139 People in the Labor Forcein in Chesapeake.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chesapeake?
67.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Chesapeake.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chesapeake?
Unemployment Rate in Chesapeake is 5.0%.