Virginia projected population growth from 2025 through 2035

Virginia, the Old Dominion State, is known for its rich history, scenic beauty, and diverse communities. From the historic streets of Alexandria to the sandy shores of Virginia Beach and the majestic peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia offers a wide range of experiences for residents and visitors alike. With a diverse economy supported by industries such as technology, defense, and healthcare, Virginia continues to attract individuals seeking opportunity, culture, and natural beauty.

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Virginia forecasted population

Aterio data team has developed an AI enhanced model that helps organizations understand the forecasted growth of population in Virginia for years 2025 through 2035.

Population Growth Rate (Year over Year)

8,600,0008,800,0009,000,0009,200,0009,400,0000.00%0.20%0.40%0.60%0.80%1.00%2020202120222023202420252026202720282029203020312032203320342035

2020

Population

8,631,388

Growth

0.00%

2021

Population

8,658,910

Growth

0.32%

2022

Population

8,683,414

Growth

0.28%

2023

Population

8,734,685

Growth

0.59%

2024

Population

8,811,195

Growth

0.88%

2025

Population

8,850,716

Growth

0.45%

2026

Population

8,893,670

Growth

0.49%

2027

Population

8,941,509

Growth

0.54%

2028

Population

8,994,696

Growth

0.59%

2029

Population

9,051,162

Growth

0.63%

2030

Population

9,109,034

Growth

0.64%

2031

Population

9,140,464

Growth

0.35%

2032

Population

9,174,088

Growth

0.37%

2033

Population

9,209,648

Growth

0.39%

2034

Population

9,249,192

Growth

0.43%

2035

Population

9,292,755

Growth

0.47%

Last update at Tue Jun 30 2026

Zip code level csv report on population forecast and economic development in Virginia

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Top 10 most populated cities in Virginia

Our model provides a detailed 2025 through 2035 forecasted population growth for every city and zip code in Virginia.

City

2020 census

2025 population

2030 population

2035 population

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Virginia Beach459,444455,760457,325455,729View city insights, Virginia Beach
Chesapeake249,302256,317264,089270,229View city insights, Chesapeake
Norfolk238,029229,622228,661225,413View city insights, Norfolk
Richmond226,525235,212249,020259,927View city insights, Richmond
Newport News186,239182,063180,823178,390View city insights, Newport News
Alexandria159,463160,237167,904174,396View city insights, Alexandria
Hampton137,154140,273142,256141,052View city insights, Hampton
Roanoke100,01697,57698,55699,045View city insights, Roanoke
Portsmouth97,94596,18495,75394,970View city insights, Portsmouth
Suffolk94,406104,295110,095115,382View city insights, Suffolk

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