Fairfax city, Virginia
Fairfax city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Fairfax city is a geographic entity located in Fairfax city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,026. The land area covers 6.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,026 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,155 | ±117 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,313 | ±23 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,155 | ±117 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 158 | ±113 |
| Median Home Value | $722,600 | ±$27,332 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,245 | ±$107 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $132,348 | ±$10,015 |
| Per Capita Income | $63,647 | ±$4,026 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,211 | ±455 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,260 | ±385 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.7% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Fairfax | PK-06 | Fairfax, VA | |
| Regular School Fairfax | PK-06 | Fairfax, VA | |
| Regular School Fairfax | PK-06 | Fairfax, VA | |
| Regular School Fairfax | 09-12 | Fairfax, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Fairfax | N | Fairfax, VA | |
| Alternative School Fairfax | N | Fairfax, VA | |
| Regular School Fairfax | PK-06 | Fairfax, VA | |
| Regular School Fairfax | PK-06 | Fairfax, VA | |
| Regular School Fairfax | 07-08 | Fairfax, VA | |
| Regular School Fairfax | PK-06 | Fairfax, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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INOVA FAIR OAKS HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 3600 JOSEPH SIEWICK DRIVE, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033 |
(703) 391-4170
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George Mason University
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College | 1.5 mi away | 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA, 22030-4444 |
7039931000
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FAIRFAX CITY REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 3915 CHAIN BRIDGE RD., FAIRFAX, VA, 22030 |
(703) 293-6227
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Northern Virginia Community College
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College | 3.6 mi away | 4001 Wakefield Chapel Rd, Annandale, VA, 22003-3796 |
7033233000
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ACCESS SERVICES
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 12000 GOVERNMENT CENTER PARKWAY, FAIRFAX, VA, 22035 |
(703) 324-8380
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Arizona College of Nursing-Falls Church
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College | 4.4 mi away | 3130 Fairview Park Drive Suite 800, Falls Church, VA, 22042-4566 |
6027592000
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OAKTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 10304 LYNNHAVEN PLACE, OAKTON, VA, 22124 |
(703) 242-4020
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The Esthetic Institute
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College Vocational | 5.5 mi away | 8381 Old Courthouse Road STE 200, Vienna, VA, 22182-3818 |
7032884228107
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PATRICK HENRY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 101 MAPLE AVE., EAST, VIENNA, VA, 22180 |
(703) 938-0405
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Virginia University of Integrative Medicine
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College | 5.6 mi away | 1980 Gallows Road, Vienna, VA, 22182-5310 |
7033235690
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at VIENNA, VA US, located 2.7 miles from Fairfax city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.3° | 23.4° | 32.9° | 3.28" | 6.5" |
| February | 45.3° | 24.3° | 34.8° | 2.62" | 7.5" |
| March | 53.3° | 31.6° | 42.4° | 3.84" | 2.0" |
| April | 64.8° | 41.2° | 53.0° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| May | 71.6° | 52.1° | 61.9° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.5° | 61.0° | 70.2° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.8° | 66.6° | 75.2° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.4° | 64.9° | 73.6° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.9° | 57.1° | 66.5° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.4° | 45.2° | 55.3° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.8° | 34.6° | 45.2° | 3.13" | 0.1" |
| December | 46.2° | 28.3° | 37.2° | 3.43" | 2.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| George Mason CDP | CDP | 1.5 mi | — |
| Long Branch CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Mantua CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Oakton CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Kings Park West CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5160093507. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.