| ZIP Code | 20191 |
|---|---|
| City | Reston |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Area Code | 571/703 |
| Elevation | 378 ft |
| Latitude | 38.933315 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.350118 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.0% ▲ 86% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 343 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,459 (12.6%) |
| Some College | 937 (4.8%) |
| Associates | 1,721 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 980 (5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,032 (66.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $141,019 ▲ 85% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $616,700 ▲ 121% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,983/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,744 |
| Vacant Units | 737 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,744 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 737 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 20191 is located in Reston, Virginia, within Fairfax County. With a population of 30,077, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.5 years. Economically, 20191 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $141,019 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20191 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $616,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,983 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 20191 is majority White (55.19%). Residents are highly educated — 72.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20191 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 53%.
Overall, ZIP code 20191 in Reston, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,077 residents, a median household income of $141,019, and a median home value of $616,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.