Fairfax County is home to everything from the shopping mecca of Tysons Corner to the planned live-work-play communities of Reston and Merrifield. Catch outdoor concerts at the famous Wolf Trap, hike at Great Falls National Park or enjoy the company of new neighbors in your suburban community with tree-lined streets.
Demographics | Housing | Schools | Transportation | Attractions | Taxes
Land Area | 406 Square Miles |
Population | 1,127,497 |
Median Age | 38.7 |
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Number of Households | 406,692 |
Average Household Income | $155,909 |
Average Home Sold Price | $600,467 |
Average Detached Home Price | $787,379 |
School Enrollment | 188,403 |
Graduation Rate | 91.5% |
Average SAT Score | 1212 |
Cost Invested Per Pupil | $15,293 |
Getting in and out of Fairfax County is easy thanks to the Metro, the Fairfax Connector bus route and a number of highways and connecting roads.
State Income Tax (VA) | 5.75% |
Real Property Tax Rate | $1.159 per $100 Assessed Value |
Vehicle Tax | $4.470 per $100 Assessed Value |
Sales Tax (Combined State and Local) | 6.0% |