Fairfax, VA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 22,650 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
This small city is in the middle of urban Fairfax County, west of Washington, D.C.
Cultural Attractions
The historic Old Fairfax County Courthouse and jail are in the center of the city. George Mason University, one of Virginia's largest colleges, is just outside the city limits.
Recreation
There are numerous national and regional parks are nearby.
Historical
In March 1863, Confederate Mosby's Rangers captured a Union General, two captains, 30 prisoners, and 58 horses in Fairfax--without firing a shot.
Economy
This city is largely residential; many commuters work for the local or federal government.
| Population [details] | 22,650 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 66.2% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 602.84 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 46.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 44.86 °F/23.85 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.11 °F/65.08 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 43.15 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 85 |
| Cost of living [details] | 122 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Washington (14.19 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | WASHINGTON DULLES INTERNATIONAL (11.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Sporting events |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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