ZIP Code 22079, Virginia
ZIP Code 22079 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 22079 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fairfax County, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 35,284. The land area covers 28.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,284 | ±2,225 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,618 | ±623 | 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 | 12,404 | ±632 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,618 | ±623 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 786 | ±227 |
| Median Home Value | $637,600 | ±$25,951 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,454 | ±$153 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $148,134 | ±$10,469 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,889 | ±$3,829 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,678 | ±691 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,710 | ±1,240 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.1% | ±1.6% |
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 | PK-05 | Dumfries, VA | |
| 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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Paul Mitchell the School-Woodbridge
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College Vocational | 5.6 mi away | 14445 Potomac Mills Road, Woodbridge, VA, 22192 |
7034982009
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LORTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 9520 RICHMOND HIGHWAY, LORTON, VA, 22079 |
(703) 339-7385
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Agora University
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College | 7.7 mi away | 9253 Old Keene Mill Road, Burke, VA, 22015 |
8664624672
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LAKE RIDGE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 2239 OLD BRIDGE ROAD, WOODBRIDGE, VA, 22192 |
(703) 792-5675
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CET-Alexandria
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College Vocational | 9.4 mi away | 6295 Edsall Rd, Plaza 500, Ste. 220, Alexandria, VA, 22312 |
4082877924
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KINGSTOWNE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 6500 LANDSDOWNE CENTRE, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22315 |
(703) 339-4610
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Washington University of Science and Technology
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College | 10.9 mi away | 2900 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA, 22314-5202 |
7039412020
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POTOMAC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 2201 OPITZ BLVD, WOODBRIDGE, VA, 22191 |
(703) 792-8330
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Northern Virginia Community College
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College | 11.1 mi away | 4001 Wakefield Chapel Rd, Annandale, VA, 22003-3796 |
7033233000
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CHINN PARK LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 13065 CHINN PARK DRIVE, PRINCE WILLIAM, VA, 22192 |
(703) 792-4800
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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 QUANTICO MCAS, VA US, located 13.2 miles from ZCTA5 22079. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.8° | 28.3° | 36.6° | 2.66" | 3.5" |
| February | 48.3° | 30.4° | 39.4° | 2.36" | 5.8" |
| March | 56.3° | 37.1° | 46.7° | 3.58" | 1.4" |
| April | 67.8° | 47.1° | 57.5° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.5° | 56.8° | 66.1° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.7° | 65.9° | 74.8° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.0° | 70.7° | 79.3° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.1° | 69.0° | 77.6° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.5° | 62.1° | 70.8° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.8° | 49.7° | 59.2° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.8° | 39.3° | 48.6° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.6° | 32.2° | 40.4° | 3.33" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lorton CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Mason Neck CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Laurel Hill CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Occoquan town | Town | 3.2 mi | — |
| Woodbridge CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Fort Belvoir CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 22079. • 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.