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Suffolk, Virginia

Suffolk: The most populous city in Suffolk County, Virginia. It is located on the James River in southeastern Virginia. Suffolk is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Suffolk Museum and Cultural Center and the Suffolk Visitor Center.

About

Suffolk is a city located in the county of City of Suffolk in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 84,585 and a population density of 76 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 93,913 inhabitants.

The city was created 284 years ago in 1741.

Suffolk is an independent city located in the Hampton Roads region of southeastern Virginia. It was formed in 1974 through the consolidation of the cities of Suffolk and Nansemond.

The area was first settled by English colonists in the 17th century. Early industry revolved around peanut processing, lumber, and shipbuilding. In the 19th century, cotton farming drove the local economy.

Suffolk grew significantly in the 1960s and 70s with the rise of suburban development. Today it remains an important agricultural hub as well as a bedroom community for Hampton Roads.

Key Local Industries and Attractions

Major industries and top sites in Suffolk include:

• Agriculture - cotton, peanuts, soybeans
• Logistics and warehousing - classic distribution hub
• Manufacturing - plastics, machinery, defense contracting
• Retail - Harbour View shopping district
• Tourism - Suffolk Seaboard Station railroad museum, Great Dismal Swamp trails

Popular attractions are the Suffolk Art Gallery, Bennett's Creek Park, and the Suffolk Peanut Fest held each fall.

Demographics and Local Culture

Suffolk has an estimated population of 93,913 people as of 2020. The population is ethnically diverse with nearly 40% African American residents. About 20% of residents are under 18.

The culture of Suffolk reflects its agrarian roots, railroad history, and growing diversity. Community events range from country fairs to festivals celebrating African American and Caribbean heritage. Suffolk provides a friendly small-city atmosphere with natural and historic charm.

With its location, affordability, and family-friendly vibe, Suffolk offers appealing lifestyle and recreational options in southeastern Virginia.

Quick Facts about Suffolk

Population :	93,913 (2020)
Country :	United States of America
State :	Virginia (United States)
County :	City of Suffolk
Different from :	Suffolk County, Suffolk County
Postal code :	23432–23439
Phone Area Codes :	757
Area :	1110.86 km2
Named for :	Suffolk
Altitude :	36 feet / 11 meters
Establishment :	January 01, 1742 (284 years ago)
Time Zone :	America/New_York
Local time :	07:33:39 (2nd January 2026)
Density :	85 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth :	9.93% (2010-2020)

Downtown Suffolk VA image

Geography

Suffolk is located at 36°43'42"N 76°35'6"W (36.7283600, -76.5849600). It has 7 neighbors: Camden County, Gates County, Chesapeake, Isle of Wight County, Newport News, Portsmouth and Southampton County.

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Official website of Suffolk

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Neighbors

Suffolk has 7 neighbours.

• Camden County county in North Carolina, United States
• Gates County county in North Carolina, United States
• Chesapeake The second most populous city in Virginia. It is located on the Chesapeake Bay in southeastern Virginia. Chesapeake is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterfowl Museum.
• Isle of Wight County county in Virginia, United States
• Newport News The second most populous city in Virginia. It is located on Hampton Roads in southeastern Virginia. Newport News is known for its many naval bases, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Mariners' Museum and the Virginia Living Museum.
• Portsmouth The most populous city in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is located on the Elizabeth River in southeastern Virginia. Portsmouth is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites
• Southampton County county in Virginia, United States

Demographics

The population of Suffolk increased by 9.93% in 10 years.

Population by years (2010 - 2020)

Year	Population	% Change	Method
2010	84,585	-	census
2011	84,750	0.19%	estimation process
2012	85,251	0.59%	estimation process
2013	85,751	0.58%	estimation process
2014	86,882	1.3%	estimation process
2015	88,079	1.36%	estimation process
2016	89,194	1.25%	estimation process
2017	90,108	1.01%	estimation process
2018	90,975	0.95%	estimation process
2019	92,108	1.23%	estimation process
2020	93,913	1.92%	estimation process

What is ZIP code for Suffolk

Suffolk zip code is 23432. County name: Suffolk, County fips: 51800

Alternate Unofficial Names for Suffolk

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Best Things to Do in Suffolk

1 Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

Rating: 4.5 (914)

3120 Desert Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434, United States ➦ Show Map

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2 Lake Meade Park

Rating: 4.6 (314)

201 Holly Lawn Pkwy, Suffolk, VA 23434, United States ➦ Show Map

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3 Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad Museum

Rating: 4.6 (139)

326 N Main St, Suffolk, VA 23434, United States ➦ Show Map

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4 Suffolk Parks & Recreation

Rating: 4.3 (101)

134 S 6th St, Suffolk, VA 23434, United States ➦ Show Map

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5 Lone Star Lakes Park

Rating: 4.6 (86)

401 Kings Hwy, Suffolk, VA 23432, United States ➦ Show Map

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Other Places in Suffolk

1 Suffolk City Hall

Rating: 4.7 (13)

442 W Washington St, Suffolk, VA 23434 ➦ Show Map

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2 Suffolk City Municipal Center

Rating: 4 (1)

442 W Washington St, Suffolk, VA 23434 ➦ Show Map

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3 Suffolk City Council

441 Market St, Suffolk, VA 23434 ➦ Show Map

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4 Va Department of Agriculture

308 Culloden St, Suffolk, VA 23434, United States ➦ Show Map

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5 Suffolk City Attorney

442 W Washington St, Suffolk, VA 23434 ➦ Show Map

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6 Suffolk City Manager

441 Market St, Suffolk, VA 23434 ➦ Show Map

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People born in Suffolk (48)

People born in Suffolk, including former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States Lewis F. Powell, Jr., guitarist Charlie Byrd, basketball player Rory Sparrow, .

List

• Mills E. Godwin (American politician (1914-1999)) he was born in 19/11/1914
• Edward Everett Holland (American politician (1861-1941)) he was born in 26/02/1861
• Joe Maphis (American musician) he was born in 12/05/1921
• Helen Oxenbury (British book illustrator) she was born in 02/06/1938
• Lex Luger (American record producer of trap) he was born in 06/03/1991
• Phyllis Gordon (actress (1889-1964)) she was born in 17/10/1889
• Michael Britt (American basketball player) he was born in 07/10/1960
• Anthony J. Russo Jr. (American whistleblower) he was born in 14/10/1936
• Genevieve Caulfield (American blind teacher) she was born in 08/05/1888
• Braxton Powell (American politician) he was born in 23/11/1944
• Fred Quayle (American politician) he was born in 16/02/1936
• Fred V. Cherry he was born in 24/03/1928
• Henry C Bailey JR (American football player) he was born in 28/02/1973
• James Bell (American actor (1891-1973)) he was born in 01/12/1891
• Johnnie Barnes (American football player) he was born in 21/07/1968
• Judith Godwin (American abstract painter) she was born in 01/01/1930
• Keith Wright (College basketball player) he was born in 22/07/1989
• Liz Carlyle (American romantic fiction writer) she was born in 07/08/1958

Schools in Suffolk

College & universities near Suffolk, VA

Code	Name	City	ZIP
231721	Suffolk Beauty Academy	Suffolk (VA)	23434-3020
231970	Eastern Virginia Medical School	Norfolk (VA)	23507
427973	Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Chesapeake	Chesapeake (VA)	23320
232982	Old Dominion University	Norfolk (VA)	23529
233772	Tidewater Community College	Norfolk (VA)	23510

Stations (6)

Amtrak & bus stations near Suffolk, VA

Code	Name	Address	Type
NFK	Norfolk	215 W York Street	BUS
NPN	Newport News station	9304 Warwick Boulevard	RAIL
VAB	Virginia Beach, Virginia	19th St. and Pacific Ave.	BUS
WBG	Williamsburg Transportation Center	468 North Boundary Street	RAIL
PTB	Petersburg station	3516 South Street	RAIL

Post Office

Post offices near Suffolk

Post Office Name	City	ZIP
Suffolk Post Office	Suffolk (VA)	23434
Driver Post Office	Suffolk (VA)	23435
Chuckatuck Post Office	Suffolk (VA)	23432
Windsor Post Office	Windsor (VA)	23487
Joll Post Office	Chesapeake (VA)	23321

Other cities in City of Suffolk

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in City of Suffolk , VA.

City Name	Population	Title
South Suffolk	80,690	A census-designated place in Suffolk County, Virginia.

Distance to Other Cities

Suffolk distances to largest Virginia cities

• Virginia Beach
• Chesapeake
• Norfolk
• Richmond
• Arlington
• Newport News
• Alexandria
• Hampton
• Roanoke
• Portsmouth Heights
• Portsmouth
• Lynchburg
• South Suffolk
• West Lynchburg
• Harrisonburg
• McLean
• Charlottesville
• Burke

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