| ZIP Code | 22031 |
|---|---|
| City | Fairfax |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax (city) County |
| Area Code | 571/703 |
| Elevation | 294 ft |
| Latitude | 38.85892 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.260273 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.4% ▲ 105% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 297 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,380 (9.6%) |
| Some College | 951 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 1,466 (5.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,667 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,981 (72.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $129,743 ▲ 70% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $710,400 ▲ 155% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,267/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,390 |
| Vacant Units | 613 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,390 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 613 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 22031 is located in Fairfax, Virginia, within Fairfax (city) County. With a population of 36,586, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 22031 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $129,743 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22031 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $710,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,267 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.9%) and renters (52.1%). Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 22031 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.1%. Residents are highly educated — 79.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22031 stands at 2.6%, which is below 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 49%.
Overall, ZIP code 22031 in Fairfax, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,586 residents, a median household income of $129,743, and a median home value of $710,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.