Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County), VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) is a small city in Virginia with a population of 21,828. Residents earn $87,897 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
21,828 Population 9,532/sq mi density
$87,897 Median Income $40,602 per capita
$309,200 Home Value
$1,789 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$87,897 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$309,200 home value, $1,789/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,897
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $309,200
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.8%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,789
54% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21,828
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density9,532/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

A
Median Income$87,897
Per Capita$40,602
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$18,000M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$309,200
Rent$1,789
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation30 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+80.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 20% / D 78%
Commute33 min
Libraries7

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

Based on current data, Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) is $87,897, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) is $309,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,789 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 13.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) has a population of 21,828 with a density of 9,532 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (31.6%), with 25.1% White, 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

21,828
Total Population
9,532
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only43.3%
45% below US avg
Spanish56.7%
323% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) is $87,897, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,897
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,602
Avg Weekly Wage$1,760
IRS Avg AGI$135,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,382
County GDP$18,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants396
Healthcare497
Retail413
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,153
162% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) is $309,200, 10% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,789 (54% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$309,200
10% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,789
54% 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-Occupied57.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,153
162% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Premature Death4,702/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities497

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) 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 is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall13.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density9,532/sq mi
Coordinates38.7329°N, 77.1152°W
County FIPS51510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 57.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20.1%
D 77.9%

Winner: Democrat by 57.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.8%
6% below US avg
High School+80.5%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density9,532/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities497
Restaurants396
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Work from Home11.0%

Nearby Cities

Groveton, VA 13,563 pop · 1.2 mi Mount Vernon, VA 13,120 pop · 1.5 mi Hayfield, VA 4,252 pop · 1.7 mi Fort Belvoir, VA 8,107 pop · 2.1 mi Hybla Valley, VA 17,877 pop · 2.1 mi Kingstowne, VA 17,436 pop · 2.6 mi Fort Hunt, VA 16,519 pop · 3.1 mi Franconia, VA 18,141 pop · 3.4 mi Rose Hill CDP (Fairfax County), VA 21,484 pop · 3.7 mi Newington, VA 13,824 pop · 4.5 mi
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