Fairfax city, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fairfax city, Virginia Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Fairfax city, Virginia has a total population of 24,478, the 47th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $132,774, which is 46% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.9%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Virginia.

Fairfax city Quick Facts

Population 24,478

Median Household Income $132,774

Median Home Value $677,400

Poverty Rate 9.9%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 37.3 years

Homeownership Rate 69.3%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 62.4%

High School Graduation Rate 91.8%

Diversity Index 65/100

Population 24,478 47th of 681

Median Income $132,774 top 20%

Poverty Rate 9.9% 20% lower national

Median Home Value $677,400 top 10%

How Fairfax city Compares

Median Household Income

Fairfax city

$132,774

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Fairfax city

$677,400

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.7%

$25K-$50K 11.0%

$50K-$100K 19.2%

$100K+ 61.1%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

71.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.3%

Renter 30.7%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.0%

18-34

22.7%

35-54

26.2%

55-74

21.5%

75+

5.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Fairfax city Rankings in Virginia

#47 Population of 681

#98 Median Income of 681

#97 Education of 681

#53 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Fairfax city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Herndon town	24,529	$141,418	$568,700	50.2%	9.4%
Chantilly CDP	23,744	$143,786	$633,900	57.9%	6.1%
Leesylvania CDP	22,848	$137,460	$508,800	51.9%	3.8%
Cherry Hill CDP	23,443	$119,474	$470,400	42.2%	8.2%
Lorton CDP	21,961	$136,719	$583,900	58.2%	9.5%

Population Overview

Fairfax city is a small city located in Virginia, within Fairfax city. The total population is 24,478. It ranks as the 47th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fairfax city is 37.3 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fairfax city is $132,774. This is 46% higher than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 69% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $677,400. Housing costs are 88% higher than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 69.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Fairfax city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.3%. The Black or African American population (6.4%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.3% vs 10.7%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (18.1% vs 6.8%).

Education

62.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% higher than the state rate of 41.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.8%. Notably, 29.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fairfax city, Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 681 Census-designated places in Virginia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fairfax city, Virginia?

Fairfax city, Virginia has a population of 24,478 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fairfax city, VA?

The median household income in Fairfax city is $132,774, which is 69% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Fairfax city, VA?

The poverty rate in Fairfax city is 9.9%. This means approximately 2,346 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fairfax city, Virginia?

Fairfax city's population is 52.5% White, 6.4% Black, 18.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 18.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fairfax city, VA?

The median home value in Fairfax city is $677,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Fairfax city, Virginia?

62.4% of adults (25+) in Fairfax city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 29.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.