Falls Church, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Falls Church city County
Falls Church, VA
At a Glance
How Falls Church Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Falls Church's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Falls Church a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Falls Church residents earn a median household income of $154,734 , which is 106% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $85,077. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,054 business establishments, including 110 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Falls Church is $1,005,400 , 257% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $773,771. Median rent is $2,205/month, with 25.8% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Falls Church reports 101 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,520/100K.
Education
79.7% of adults in Falls Church hold a bachelor's degree or higher (136% above the national average). 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Falls Church has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches.