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Chesapeake, VA

Chesapeake is an independent city in Virginia, United States. At the 2020 census, the population was 249,422, making it the second-most populous city in Virginia, the tenth largest in the Mid-Atlantic, and the 89th-most populous city in the United States.

Chesapeake is included in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. One of the cities in the South Hampton Roads, Chesapeake was organized in 1963 by voter referendums approving the political consolidation of the city of South Norfolk with the remnants of the former Norfolk County, which dated to 1691. (Much of the territory of the county had been annexed by other cities.) Chesapeake is the second-largest city by land area in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the 17th-largest in the United States.

Chesapeake is a diverse city in which a few urban areas are located; it also has many square miles of protected farmland, forests, and wetlands, including a substantial portion of the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Extending from the rural border with North Carolina to the harbor area of Hampton Roads adjacent to the cities of Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach, Chesapeake is located on the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. It has miles of waterfront industrial, commercial, and residential property. In 2011, Chesapeake was named the 21st best city in the United States by Bloomberg Businessweek. Chesapeake is home to the international headquarters of Dollar Tree.

Chesapeake is located at 36°46′2″N 76°17′14″W (36.767398, -76.287405). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 351 square miles (910 km²), of which 341 square miles (880 km²) is land and 10 square miles (26 km²) (2.9%) is water.

The northeastern part of the Great Dismal Swamp is located in Chesapeake.

Health and wellness are essential aspects of life in Chesapeake. The city is equipped with state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, including Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, ensuring residents have access to quality medical services. Experience luxury and relaxation at The Ritz-Carlton Spa in Tysons Corner. Indulge in rejuvenating treatments, including massages, facials, and body wraps, in a serene and elegant setting. Discover a world of tranquility at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental. Enjoy holistic treatments, wellness programs, and personalized therapies designed to enhance your well-being. Unwind and pamper yourself at The Jefferson Spa. Experience signature treatments, massages, and skincare rituals in a historic and luxurious environment. Retreat to Salamander Resort & Spa for a day of relaxation and rejuvenation. Enjoy therapeutic massages, body treatments, and wellness services amidst Virginia's scenic beauty. Experience ultimate relaxation at The Spa at The Omni Homestead Resort. Treat yourself to massages, facials, and body therapies in a historic and picturesque setting. Achieve your fitness goals at Gold's Gym in Virginia Beach. Access state-of-the-art equipment, group fitness classes, and personalized training programs.

Top sites in Chesapeake, VA are Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, Chesapeake Arboretum, Chilled Ponds Ice Sports Complex.

Population: 254,997 (2024). ZIP codes: 23320-23328. Area codes: 757, 948. Elevation: 50 feet. Area: 350.95 sq mi (908.95 km²).

FAQs

Is Chesapeake, VA a good area to live?

Chesapeake is in Chesapeake City County and is one of the best places to live in Virginia. Living in Chesapeake offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Chesapeake, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Chesapeake.

What is Chesapeake, VA famous for?

George Washington surveyed the Dismal Swamp Canal in 1763, making it the oldest operating artificial waterway in America. The 22-mile waterway was dug by hand over twelve years and is listed on the National Historic Register. The Great Dismal Swamp has been a source of both freedom and inspiration.

What is the history of Chesapeake, VA?

In 1963, the new independent city of Chesapeake was created when the former independent city of South Norfolk consolidated with Norfolk County. The consolidation was approved, and the new name was selected by the voters of each community by referendum and authorized by the Virginia General Assembly. Formed in 1691 in the Virginia Colony, Norfolk County had originally included essentially all the area that became the towns and later cities of Norfolk, Portsmouth, and South Norfolk. Its area was reduced after 1871 as these cities added territory through annexations. Becoming an independent city was a method for the former county to stabilize borders with neighbors, as cities could not annex territory from each other.

Sources

City of Chesapeake

Wikipedia

Visit Chesapeake

Niche

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

Ritz-Carlton Spa in Tysons Corner

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental

The Jefferson Spa

Salamander Resort & Spa

The Spa at The Omni Homestead Resort

Gold's Gym in Virginia Beach

Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

Chesapeake Arboretum

Chilled Ponds Ice Sports Complex

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