| ZIP Code | 22042 |
|---|---|
| City | Falls Church |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Area Code | 571 |
| Elevation | 331 ft |
| Latitude | 38.865143 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.193913 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 51059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.87 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.4% ▲ 61% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 16% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 808 (3.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,209 (19.4%) |
| Some College | 1,216 (5.6%) |
| Associates | 1,911 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 973 (4.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,544 (57.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $135,578 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $666,700 ▲ 139% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,178/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,598 |
| Vacant Units | 553 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,598 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 553 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.87 |
ZIP code 22042 is located in Falls Church, Virginia, within Fairfax County. With a population of 34,631, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 22042 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $135,578 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 22042 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $666,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,178 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 22042 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 40.1%. Residents are highly educated — 62.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 22042 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 22042 in Falls Church, VA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 34,631 residents, a median household income of $135,578, and a median home value of $666,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Virginia.