Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County), VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is a small city in Virginia with a population of 7,513. Residents earn $238,500 per year, which is 217% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,513 Population 521/sq mi density
$238,500 Median Income $83,957 per capita
$879,000 Home Value
$3,072 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$238,500 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$879,000 home value, $3,072/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
71.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $238,500
217% higher than US avg
Home Value $879,000
212% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 71.7%
113% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,072
164% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

How Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,513
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density521/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

A+
Median Income$238,500
Per Capita$83,957
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty1.6%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$879,000
Rent$3,072
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation277 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+71.7%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is $238,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 217% above $75,149. This places Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is $879,000, making it a premium housing market at 212% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,072 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is a highly educated community — 71.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 21.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) has a population of 7,513 with a density of 521 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 5.1% Black.

Population

7,513
Total Population
521
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
14.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.0%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.0%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is $238,500, which is 217% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$238,500
217% above US avg
Per Capita Income$83,957
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$59,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)344

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare10
Retail22
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,880
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home29.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is $879,000, 212% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,072 (164% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$879,000
212% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,072
164% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,880
68% above US avg
Effective Rate0.67%

Health Metrics: Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Premature Death6,335/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities10

Crime Rates: Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall21.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation277 ft (84 m)
Area14.4 sq mi (37.3 km²)
Population Density521/sq mi
Coordinates38.8398°N, 77.4898°W
County FIPS51685
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 71.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (113% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.8%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+71.7%
113% above US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density521/sq mi
Total Area14.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants12
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home29.7%

Nearby Cities

Centreville, VA 71,885 pop · 2.8 mi Sudley, VA 18,420 pop · 3.7 mi Loch Lomond, VA 4,460 pop · 4.1 mi Yorkshire, VA 10,678 pop · 4.1 mi Chantilly, VA 23,744 pop · 4.3 mi Bull Run CDP (Prince William County), VA 16,688 pop · 4.4 mi South Riding, VA 34,200 pop · 5.1 mi Greenbriar, VA 7,989 pop · 5.4 mi Fair Lakes, VA 8,617 pop · 5.5 mi Manassas Park, VA 16,923 pop · 5.5 mi
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