Chesapeake, VA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 228,749 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Chesapeake lies along the banks of the Elizabeth River.
Cultural Attractions
Colonial Williamsburg is less than an hour's drive from Chesapeake.
Recreation
The 107,000-acre Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is one of 10 scenic parks in the area.
Economy
Chesapeake General Hospital is the city's leading employer.
Fun Fact
The FBI ranked Chesapeake as one of the safest cities of its size in the nation.
| Population [details] | 228,749 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 71.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 135.71 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 27.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 44.07 °F/26.2 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 86.04 °F/66.73 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 39.47 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 72 |
| Cost of living [details] | 108.6 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Washington (145.10 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | NORFOLK INTERNATIONAL (10.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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