Fairfax County, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,144,474 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
64.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$150,113 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$699,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,046 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,078 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 33
Feb 3 5 37
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 3 2 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 29%
Hillary Clinton 65%
Other 6%

Schools

Olde Creek Elem
<1 miles, NW 4.6 star
Little Run Elem
<1 miles, SE 4.6 star
Frost Middle
<1 miles, N 5 star

Colleges

George Mason University
2 miles, NW 3.7 star
Stratford University
4 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Inova Fairfax Hospital
3 miles, E 5 star
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
7 miles, NW 5 star

Airports