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Population - 2008
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| Total Population |
234,220 |
| Total Households |
85,229 |
| Average Age |
29.6 |
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Age Breakout |
| 0-19 years |
30.6% |
| 20-24 years |
11.7% |
| 25-44 years |
27.5% |
| 45-64 years |
20.2% |
| 65+ years |
10.1% |
| *Source: U.S. Census Bureau |
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| Median Household Income |
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| Year |
Median HHI |
| 2008 |
$48,661 |
| 2005 |
$36,335 |
| 2000 |
$31,815 |
| *Source: U.S. Census Bureau |
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| Educational Attainment |
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| Level |
% |
| Less than 9th grade |
3.8% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma |
12.7% |
| High school graduate |
31.0% |
| Some college, no degree |
22.4% |
| Associates degree |
6.7% |
| Bachelor's degree |
13.5% |
| Graduate/Professional Degree |
9.9% |
| *Source: U.S. Census Bureau |
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| Labor Force |
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Emp. |
| Civilian Labor Force |
101,079 |
| Employed |
91,632 |
| Unemployed |
9,447 |
| Unemployment Rate |
9.3% |
| *Source: Virginia Employment Commission |
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| Largest Employers |
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BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair
Bank of America
Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters
Dominion Enterprises
Sentara Healthcare
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| *Source: Hoovers.com, HREDA Communities |
| Employment by Industry |
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| Industry |
137,100 Emp. |
% Emp. |
| Natural Resources and Mining |
14 |
0% |
| Construction |
4,702 |
3.4% |
| Manufacturing |
6,770 |
4.9% |
| Trade, Transportation, and Utilities |
23,545 |
17.2% |
| Information |
2,688 |
2.0% |
| Financial Activities |
8,617 |
6.3% |
| Professional and Business Services |
17,456 |
12.7% |
| Educational and Health Services |
23,013 |
16.8% |
| Leisure and Hospitality |
11,619 |
8.5% |
| Other Services |
3,544 |
2.6% |
| Government |
34,722 |
25.3% |
| *Source: Virginia Employment Commission |
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Norfolk is a charming, waterside urban center where business, education, and recreation are always close by. Our vibrant downtown is home to businesses small and large, and our diverse economy is one of the nation’s strongest. From a thriving arts scene and renowned museums to beautiful neighborhoods and one-of-a -kind restaurants, you will find everything you’d expect from a world-class city right here in Norfolk. 
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