Colonial Heights Cit County Public RecordsVirginia

Colonial Heights city, VA, has a population of approximately 18,170 (2022 Census estimate). The median age is about 41.5 years. Females make up 53% and males 47% of the populace. Racially, the city is 76% White, 15% Black or African American, 4% Asian, and 5% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The remainder includes other races and those identifying with two or more races, at around 5%.

Colonial Heights city, VA, boasts a strong educational system with 7 public schools, including Colonial Heights High School. Around 91.6% of adults hold a high school diploma, and 26.8% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Student-teacher ratios average 14:1, and schools receive above-average scores (GreatSchools ratings: 6-8). The city emphasizes school safety, implementing secure campus measures. Educational programs include Advanced Placement and dual enrollment opportunities. Adult education is supported through local partnerships and community college resources, contributing to a high overall educational attainment rate in the city.

As of 2022, Colonial Heights City County, VA, reported an employment rate of approximately 63%. Key industries include Health Care & Social Assistance (16.2%), Retail Trade (13.8%), and Educational Services (11.9%). The leading occupations are Office & Administrative Support (14.7%), Sales (11.3%), and Management (10.8%). About 82% of workers commute by car, with an average travel time of 23 minutes. Over 80% of residents work outside the county, mainly commuting to Richmond and Chesterfield County.

Colonial Heights City, VA boasts a homeownership rate of around 69%, with median home values near $257,000 as of early 2024. Rental units comprise 31% of housing, with median rents at about $1,200/month. Housing types include mainly single-family homes and some apartments and townhouses. Desirable neighborhoods like Westover and Dunlop Farms offer well-established communities. The property tax rate is approximately $1.14 per $100 of assessed value. Recent market trends show modest annual appreciation of about 4%, reflecting steady demand and stable values in this central Virginia city.

Colonial Heights City, VA has approximately 13,000 registered voters as of 2023. Elections include federal, state, and local offices, with a 61% turnout in the 2020 presidential election. Major polling locations include Colonial Heights High School and the Community Center. Party affiliation skews Republican, with recent results favoring GOP candidates by margins of 55–60%. Local issues focus on education funding and infrastructure. Election administration is overseen by the Colonial Heights Voter Registrar. Both Democratic and Republican parties are active, with around 48% GOP, 42% Democrat, and 10% unaffiliated/other voters.

Colonial Heights City, VA, maintains a moderate crime rate compared to national averages. In 2022, the city reported approximately 216 property crimes and 24 violent crimes per 10,000 residents, according to FBI data. The overall crime rate is slightly below the Virginia state average, with larceny-theft comprising most incidents. Police transparency, regular public reporting, and community policing initiatives contribute to public safety. Emergency response times average under 7 minutes, and residents generally rate neighborhood safety positively.