ZIP Code 22042, Virginia
ZIP Code 22042 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 22042 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fairfax County / Falls Church city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 35,483. The land area covers 6.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,483 | ±2,560 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,287 | ±508 | 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 | 12,754 | ±531 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,287 | ±508 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 467 | ±179 |
| Median Home Value | $715,800 | ±$27,055 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,149 | ±$96 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $138,255 | ±$7,602 |
| Per Capita Income | $62,036 | ±$5,973 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,694 | ±800 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,819 | ±1,156 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.5% | ±2% |
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: 1,160,925 (2024)
ID: 114514
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
12000 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY, STE 530, FAIRFAX VA 22035-0001
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Silver Spring, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Burke, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Centreville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arlington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Accokeek, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Centerville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Washington, DC |
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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Arizona College of Nursing-Falls Church
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College | 1.3 mi away | 3130 Fairview Park Drive Suite 800, Falls Church, VA, 22042-4566 |
6027592000
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THOMAS JEFFERSON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 7415 ARLINGTON BLVD., FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042 |
(703) 573-1060
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Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage
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College Vocational | 1.9 mi away | 6402 Arlington Blvd, Suite 840, Falls Church, VA, 22042-4302 |
7035333113
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MARY RILEY STYLES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 120 NORTH VIRGINIA AVENUE, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22046 |
(703) 248-5030
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Standard Healthcare Services-College of Nursing
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College | 3.0 mi away | 7600 Leesburg Pike, Suite 200 East, Falls Church, VA, 22043 |
7038911787
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GEORGE MASON REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 7001 LITTLE RIVER TURNPIKE, ANNANDALE, VA, 22030 |
(703) 256-3800
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University of the Potomac-VA Campus
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College | 3.1 mi away | 7799 LEESBURG PIKE, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22043-2536 |
2025211290
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WOODROW WILSON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 6101 KNOLLWOOD DR., FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22041 |
(703) 820-8774
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Northern Virginia Community College
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College | 3.2 mi away | 4001 Wakefield Chapel Rd, Annandale, VA, 22003-3796 |
7033233000
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TYSONS-PIMMIT REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 7584 LEESBURG PIKE, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22043 |
(703) 790-8088
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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 5.5 miles from ZCTA5 22042. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Falls Church CDP | CDP | 0.3 mi | — |
| Falls Church city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Idylwood CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Lake Barcroft CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| Woodburn CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| Annandale CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 22042. • 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.