Gainesville district, Virginia
Gainesville district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Gainesville district is a geographic entity located in Prince William County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 70,422. The land area covers 70.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70,422 | ±3,410 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 24,103 | ±867 | 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 | 24,891 | ±861 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 24,103 | ±867 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 788 | ±238 |
| Median Home Value | $615,100 | ±$12,130 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,243 | ±$81 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $137,048 | ±$8,594 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,235 | ±$2,395 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% | ±1.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,032 | ±960 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 36,209 | ±1,989 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.3% | ±1.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 497,003 (2024)
ID: 176693
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT TO THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE
1 COUNTY COMPLEX CT, PRINCE WILLIAM VA 22192-9202
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Centreville, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Leesburg, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Centerville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Aldie, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Reston, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sterling, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Aldie, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Reston, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ashburn, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Warrenton, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ascent College
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College | 2.7 mi away | 14525 John Marshall Hwy., Gainesville, VA, 20155 |
7037532791
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HAYMARKET GAINESVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 14870 LIGHTNER ROAD, HAYMARKET, VA, 20169 |
(703) 792-8700
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Manassas
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College | 6.2 mi away | 10640 Davidson Place, Manassas, VA, 20109 |
7032575515
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BULL RUN LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 8051 ASHTON AVENUE, MANASSAS, VA, 20109 |
(703) 792-4500
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Divine Mercy University
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College | 13.2 mi away | 45154 Underwood Lane, Sterling, VA, 20166 |
7034161441
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GUM SPRING
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 24600 MILLSTREAM DRIVE, STONE RIDGE, VA, 20105 |
(571) 258-3838
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George Mason University
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College | 16.4 mi away | 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA, 22030-4444 |
7039931000
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CENTREVILLE REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 14200 ST. GERMAINE DR., CENTREVILLE, VA, 20121 |
(703) 830-2223
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Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy
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College Vocational | 16.5 mi away | 11425 Isaac Newton Square, Suite 200, Reston, VA, 20190 |
7039102323
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CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 8601 MATHIS AVENUE, MANASSAS, VA, 20110 |
(703) 792-8360
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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 WASHINGTON DC DULLES AP, VA US, located 10.4 miles from Gainesville district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.6° | 25.2° | 33.9° | 2.94" | 6.9" |
| February | 46.1° | 26.7° | 36.4° | 2.61" | 7.0" |
| March | 54.8° | 33.6° | 44.2° | 3.50" | 3.9" |
| April | 66.8° | 43.2° | 55.0° | 3.47" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.0° | 53.0° | 64.0° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 61.9° | 72.5° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.6° | 66.8° | 77.2° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.3° | 65.2° | 75.7° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.3° | 57.9° | 68.6° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.8° | 45.3° | 56.6° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.5° | 35.6° | 46.0° | 3.13" | 0.3" |
| December | 46.5° | 29.0° | 37.7° | 3.30" | 2.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haymarket town | Town | 2.6 mi | — |
| Gainesville CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Bull Run Mountain Estates CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Stone Ridge CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Bull Run CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Linton Hall CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5115393671. • 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.