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Chesapeake, VA
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Chesapeake, VA
At a Glance
How Chesapeake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chesapeake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chesapeake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chesapeake residents earn a median household income of $94,189 , which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,819. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,889 business establishments, including 551 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chesapeake is $359,100 , 27% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $413,755. Median rent is $1,523/month, with 33.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Safety & Crime
Chesapeake reports 456 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,273/100K. The murder rate is 2.9/100K.
Education
36.4% of adults in Chesapeake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chesapeake has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.