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List of Cities in Virginia: Area, Population and Cost of Living

Virginia is a southeastern state in the United States stretching from the Chesapeake Bay to the Appalachian Mountains. The Commonwealth of Virginia is divided into 95 counties and 38 independent cities.

Be it mountains or beaches, plan your visit to the fascinating cities of Virginia to experience and explore at the best.

Currency – The standard currency is the United States Dollar. As of 17th August 2023, 1 USD is equal to 83.13 INR.

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List of Cities in Virginia

Incorporated municipalities in Virginia state are categorised as either a city or town. The 38 independent cities within the state are further designated as first-class or second-class based on their population.

The Virginia Constitution of 1902 defined first class cities as those having a population of 10,000 or more, while second class cities had a population of less than 10,000.

Below is a list of the top cities in Virginia with all the necessary information.

First Class Cities

The list of first-class cities in Virginia is as follows:

Name of the City	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
Virginia Beach, Southeastern Coast of Virginia	642 km2	454,289	$748 (One Person)/ $2450 (Family of Four)
Chesapeake, Hampton Roads	883 km2	254,479	$738 (One Person)/ $2445 (Family of Four)
Norfolk, Southeastern Virginia	249.68 km2	230,163	$894 (One Person)/ $2794 (Family of Four)
Richmond, Surrey	162.05 km2	226,472	$744 (One Person)/ $2378 (Family of Four)
Newport News, Hampton Roads region	309.81 km2	181,958	$779 (One Person)/ $2850 (Family of Four)
Alexandria, South of Washington	39.75 km2	146,284	$970 (One Person)/ $3228 (Family of Four)
Hampton, Coastal Virginia	352.95 km2	138,985	$727 (One Person)/ $2407 (Family of Four)
Suffolk, Hampton Roads	1,110.86 km2	99,284	$769 (One Person)/ $2558 (Family of Four)
Portsmouth, Southeast Virginia	120.91 km2	97,491	$739 (One Person)/ $2537 (Family of Four)
Roanoke, Southwest Virginia	110.99 km2	96,875	$679 (One Person)/ $2179 (Family of Four)
Lynchburg, East of Virginia	128.27 km2	79,285	$663 (One Person)/ $2298 (Family of Four)
Harrisonburg, Shenandoah Valley	45.04 km2	50,943	$716 (One Person)/ $2456 (Family of Four)
Leesburg, Loudoun County	32.29 km2	49,887	$781 (One Person)/ $2719 (Family of Four)
Blacksburg, Montgomery County	51.20 km2	46,563	$751 (One Person)/ $2361 (Family of Four)
Charlottesville, Virginia	26.60 km2	44,206	$732 (One Person)/ $2472 (Family of Four)
Manassas, Northern Virginia	25.64 km2	42,668	$764 (One Person)/ $2656 (Family of Four)
Danville, Southside Virginia region	113.19 km2	41,719	$839 (One Person)/ $2753 (Family of Four)
Petersburg, Virginia	59.42 km2	33,431	$788 (One Person)/ $2711 (Family of Four)

Second Class Cities

The list of second-class cities in Virginia are as follows:

Name of the City	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
Purcellville, Loudoun County	8.81 km2	9,167	NA
Smithfield, Isle of Wight County	27.58 km2	8,963	$862 (One Person)/ $2954 (Family of Four)
Pulaski, Pulaski County	21.03 km2	8,927	NA
Franklin, Hampton Roads	21.67 km2	8,310	$665 (One Person)/ $2246 (Family of Four)
Abingdon, Washington County	20.87 km2	8,210	$685 (One Person)/ $2509 (Family of Four)
Wytheville, Wythe County	37.77 km2	8,157	NA
Vinton, Roanoke County	8.2 km2	7,971	NA
South Boston, Halifax County	34.07 km2	7,837	NA
Lexington, Rockbridge County	6.54 km2	7,751	$770 (One Person)/ $2371 (Family of Four)
Ashland, Hanover County	18.7 km2	7,750	$850 (One Person)/ $2654 (Family of Four)
Strasburg, Shenandoah County	10.65 km2	7,350	$711 (One Person)/ $2474 (Family of Four)
Farmville, Prince Edward and Cumberland Counties	20.25 km2	7,230	NA
Bedford, Bedford County	22.67 km2	6,720	$769 (One Person)/ $2698 (Family of Four)
Galax, Southwestern Virginia	21.44 km2	6,598	NA
Buena Vista, Rockbridge County	16.89 km2	6,563	NA

Disclaimer: The data provided for each city can vary according to the sources and is subject to change with time. The list is for general purposes and contains the names of the most popular cities in Virginia.`

Interesting Facts About the Cities in Virginia

The following are some interesting facts about major cities in Virginia:

Virginia Beach, one of the biggest cities in Virginia, is nearer to cities in North Carolina than it is to other Virginia cities.
Virginia Beach is home to 3.5 military bases, such as NAB Little Creek, NAS Oceana, FTC Dam Neck and the U.S. Army’s Fort Story.
Chesapeake, the 11th largest city in the United States, contains several miles of deepwater canals than any other city.
The FBI consistently ranks Chesapeake City as one of the five safest cities of its size in Virginia state.
Norfolk City is home to the North American Headquarters for NATO, or North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the world's largest naval base.
Virginia was considered one of England's territories or dominions. That’s why it is nicknamed the Old Dominion State.
Almost 62% of Virginia is covered with forests, which are the state’s top natural resources.

Apart from the cities in Virginia mentioned above, you will find several other vibrant cities and charming small towns to explore in this state. All the cities are convenient to reach and promise unique experiences and diverse offerings. Make sure to prioritize obtaining travel insurance from a trusted provider when traveling to any of these cities. And, in case you are in an emergency and require assistance, do not hesitate to contact the local embassy.

FAQs About List of Cities in Virginia

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Is Virginia Beach City large geographically?

Yes, Virginia Beach City is large geographically, as it is about 500 square miles in size. This means it is larger than Washington, which is about 68.3 square miles and even bigger than Manhattan, which is just 33.77 square miles.

What are the 10 largest cities in Virginia?

Virginia's largest cities are Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Richmond, Newport News, Portsmouth, Alexandria, Roanoke, Hampton and Suffolk.

How many boroughs are there in Chesapeake City in Virginia?

Chesapeake, one of the top cities in Virginia, consists of 6 boroughs: South Norfolk, Pleasant Grove, Western Branch, Butts Road, Deep Creek, and Washington. Amongst them, one of the boroughs, named South Norfolk, used to be its independent city and consolidated the surrounding areas of Norfolk County into the City of Chesapeake.

What is the biggest and the smallest city in Virginia?

As per population 2023, Virginia Beach is the biggest city in the state, with a population of454,289. The smallest city in Virginia by population is Norton, with 3,958 people.

Is it expensive to live in Richmond City?

The cost of living in Richmond is 3% lower than the average and 3% lower than the national average. Housing in Richmond is 12% cheaper than the other places in the United States. However, utilities are about 4% higher.

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