Divorce Cost in Virginia (2026)

Complete guide to divorce costs across 17 cities in Virginia. Find filing fees, attorney rates, and total cost estimates.

$281
Filing Fee
$2,161
Avg Uncontested
$21,642
Avg Contested
17
Cities Covered

Virginia Divorce Laws

Divorce TypeBoth
Property DivisionEquitable Distribution
Waiting Period0 days
Residency Requirement6 months

Divorce Costs by City in Virginia

CityPopulationUncontestedContestedAttorney Rate
Virginia Beach459,470$2,325$23,496$292/hr
Chesapeake249,422$2,192$22,016$273/hr
Norfolk244,703$2,073$20,633$256/hr
Richmond226,610$2,157$21,599$268/hr
Newport News186,247$2,143$21,419$266/hr
Alexandria148,892$2,206$22,135$275/hr
Hampton136,699$2,157$21,591$268/hr
Roanoke98,465$2,178$21,844$271/hr
Portsmouth96,205$2,129$21,286$264/hr
Suffolk85,728$2,199$22,098$274/hr
Lynchburg78,014$2,087$20,814$258/hr
Harrisonburg51,395$2,171$21,731$270/hr
Leesburg47,673$2,213$22,226$276/hr
Charlottesville44,349$2,087$20,786$258/hr
Blacksburg43,609$2,122$21,198$263/hr
Danville42,907$2,073$20,634$256/hr
Manassas41,705$2,227$22,416$278/hr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to file for divorce in Virginia?
The court filing fee for divorce in Virginia is $281. Total costs range from $2,161 for an uncontested divorce to $21,642 or more for a contested case.
How long does a divorce take in Virginia?
Virginia requires a waiting period of 0 days and 6 months of residency. Uncontested divorces typically take 2-4 months; contested cases can take over a year.
Is Virginia a community property or equitable distribution state?
Virginia follows equitable distribution for dividing marital assets during divorce.