Chesterfield Ranks No. 2 in Digital Counties Survey
TL;DR: Chesterfield County ranked No. 2 in the 2026 Digital Counties Survey among mid-sized U.S. counties, reflecting its commitment to technology-driven government services.
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County Government, eGovernment Services Manager Chris Coleman
- What: Ranked No. 2 in the 2026 Digital Counties Survey for counties with populations 250,000-499,999
- When: 2026 (announced July 2026)
- Where: Chesterfield County, Virginia
The story
Chesterfield County has earned a No. 2 ranking in the 2026 Digital Counties Survey among U.S. counties with populations between 250,000 and 499,999. The recognition, announced in July 2026 by the Center for Digital Government in partnership with the National Association of Counties, reflects the county's efforts to use technology to strengthen government services and operations.
The Digital Counties Survey, now in its 24th year, evaluates counties across six dimensions: strategic planning, cybersecurity, digital services, organizational technology leadership, data management, and innovation. Chesterfield has maintained a place in the national top 10 for 16 consecutive years, including 10 straight years among the top five in its population category.
Chris Coleman, Chesterfield's eGovernment Services Manager, discussed the survey and the county's digital strategy on the latest episode of the Chesterfield Behind the Mic podcast. According to his professional background, Coleman has led the county's digital transformation efforts, with AI-powered constituent experience identified as a key strength in recent evaluations. The county launched a redesigned website in May 2024 built with emphasis on accessibility, user experience, and data-driven optimization.
The ranking underscores Chesterfield's ongoing investment in modernizing how residents interact with county services. The county's work has been recognized with multiple state and national awards, including the Commonwealth of Virginia's Governor's Technology Award.
Key players
- Chris Coleman: eGovernment Services Manager at Chesterfield County
- Center for Digital Government (CDG): Co-administrator of the Digital Counties Survey
- National Association of Counties (NACo): Co-administrator of the Digital Counties Survey
Why it matters: The ranking demonstrates Chesterfield's commitment to digital innovation and accessible government services, making it easier for residents to access county information and services online. Recognition in this national survey validates the county's technology investments and positions it among the nation's leaders in digital government.
Related links
- Chesterfield Behind the Mic Podcast
- 2026 Digital Counties Survey Winners
- Center for Digital Government
Read the original at Chesterfield County (YouTube) →
Sources
- 2026 Digital Counties Survey - Government Technology
- 2026 Digital Counties Survey Press Release - e.Republic
- Chesterfield Behind the Mic Podcast
- Chris Coleman - eGovernment Services Manager