Suffolk Population 2026
Suffolk has a population of 88,161, making it the #389 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 100× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
88,161
Rank in United States
#389
Coordinates
36.73°N, 76.58°W
~15 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
244 km
152 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Suffolk
- South Suffolk80,690 people · ~1 km away
- Portsmouth Heights99,049 people · ~22 km away
- Portsmouth96,201 people · ~28 km away
- Chesapeake235,429 people · ~29 km away
- Norfolk238,005 people · ~30 km away
- Newport News186,247 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Suffolk?
Suffolk has a population of 88,161 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #389 biggest city in United States.
What state is Suffolk in?
Suffolk is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Suffolk the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 244 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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