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Suffolk, VA

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Find a delightful mix of suburban and rural life in the Hampton Roads region.

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Looking to move to Suffolk, VA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Suffolk, VA is right for you.

A land-rich city with plenty of large, natural areas and wide-open spaces, Suffolk is most well-known for its peanut farming (celebrated each year at the Suffolk Peanut Fest). This family-oriented city hits the sweet spot between rural and suburban, home to over 100,000 residents.

And if you love celebrations, you’ll adore Suffolk. There are multiple events and festivals throughout the year that bring people together, like the Suffolk Earth and Arts Festival and Suffolk Pickle Palooza (where you can wash down pickle pizza with pickle lemonade).

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Weather in Suffolk, VA

Average Temperatures

69 high / 51 low

Average Annual Rainfall

49 in

Average Annual Snowfall

5 in

Quick Facts about Suffolk, Virginia

Median Home Value
$336,642
Median Property Tax
$3,184
Total Population
101,192
Average Commute
31 min
Median Household Income
$92,052
Median Monthly Rent
$1,137

Map of Suffolk, VA

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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