Colonial Heights, Virginia
Colonial Heights: independent city in Virginia, United States
About
Colonial Heights is a city located in the county of City of Colonial Heights in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,385 and a population density of 859 people per km². After 5 years in 2015 city had an estimated population of 17,820 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Colonial Heights
| Population | 17,820 (2015) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | City of Colonial Heights |
| Postal code | 23834 |
| Phone Area Codes | 804 |
| Area | 20.24 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.2680,-77.4073 |
| Altitude | 95 feet / 29 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 10:41:53 (11th April 2026) |
| Density | 881 Pop. per km² as of 2015 |
| Population growth | 2.44% (2010-2015) |
| Weather | 78℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Colonial Heights is located at 37°16'5"N 77°24'26"W (37.2680400, -77.4072600). It has 2 neighbors: Petersburg and Prince George County.
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 78. North wind 3 to 8 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Colonial Heights increased by 2.44% in 5 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,385 | - | estimation process |
| 2011 | 17,359 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 17,502 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,634 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 17,820 | 1.04% | demographic balance |
People born in Colonial Heights (2)
People born in Colonial Heights, including stock car racing driver Gray Gaulding, Portland, Oregon performance artist The Unipiper, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Colonial Heights, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 233082 | Southside College of Health Sciences | Colonial Heights (VA) | 23834 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Colonial Heights, VA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTB | Petersburg station | 3516 South Street | RAIL |
| RVM | Richmond Main Street Station | 1500 East Main Street | RAIL |
| RVR | Richmond Staples Mill Road station | 7519 Staples Mill Road | RAIL |
| ASD | Ashland | 112 North Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| WBG | Williamsburg Transportation Center | 468 North Boundary Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Colonial Heights.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heigh Post Office | Colonial Heights (VA) | 23834 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Colonial Heights, Virginia independent city in Virginia, United States with a population of 17,205 people.
Distance to Other Cities
Colonial Heights distances to largest Virginia cities