CITY · VA

What county is Virginia Beach, VA in?

Virginia Beach, VA is mostly in Virginia Beach city. County FIPS code 51810, population 453,649 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Virginia Beach, Virginia
Primary county: Virginia Beach city
FIPS code: 51810
County population: 453,649

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

Questions

What county is Virginia Beach in?

Virginia Beach, VA is mostly in Virginia Beach city.

What is the county seat of Virginia Beach 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.