CITY · VA

What county is Norfolk, VA in?

Norfolk, VA is mostly in Norfolk city. County FIPS code 51710, population 230,930 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Norfolk, Virginia
Primary county: Norfolk city
FIPS code: 51710
County population: 230,930

Some cities extend into more than one county. Norfolk is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Norfolk in?

Norfolk, VA is mostly in Norfolk city.

What is the county seat of Norfolk city?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.