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Fairfax Station, VA
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Fairfax Station, VA
At a Glance
How Fairfax Station Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fairfax Station's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fairfax Station a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fairfax Station residents earn a median household income of $212,128 , which is 182% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $84,031. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 38,934 business establishments, including 2,517 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairfax Station is $863,400 , 206% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $994,825. Median rent is $2,737/month, with 46.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Fairfax Station reports 74 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,709/100K.
Education
75.2% of adults in Fairfax Station hold a bachelor's degree or higher (123% above the national average). 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairfax Station has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.