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Compared to Distribution

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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Trend

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Compared to Prior Value

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Community / Demographics

Community / Demographics

Community / Demographics

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Community / Demographics

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Female Population

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Female Population

50.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (50.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 50.0%.
VA Value
(50.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 50.0%.
US Value
(50.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (50.0%) is greater  than the previously measured value (49.9%).
Prior Value
(49.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Foreign Born Persons

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Foreign Born Persons

30.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (12.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 30.6%.
VA Value
(12.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 30.6%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Households

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Households

410,844
Households
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Male Population

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Male Population

50.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (49.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 50.0%.
VA Value
(49.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 50.0%.
US Value
(49.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (50.0%) is less  than the previously measured value (50.1%).
Prior Value
(50.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Age 5+ with Language Other than English Spoken at Home

Current Value:
38.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (16.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 38.7%.
VA Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 38.7%.
US Value
(21.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population American Indian and Alaska Native

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population American Indian and Alaska Native

0.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (0.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 0.6%.
VA Value
(0.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 0.6%.
US Value
(1.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (0.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.6%).
Prior Value
(0.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Asian

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population Asian

20.9%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (7.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 20.9%.
VA Value
(7.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 20.9%.
US Value
(6.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (20.9%) is greater  than the previously measured value (20.7%).
Prior Value
(20.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Black or African American

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population Black or African American

10.9%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (20.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 10.9%.
VA Value
(20.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 10.9%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (10.9%) is greater  than the previously measured value (10.8%).
Prior Value
(10.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Hispanic or Latino

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population Hispanic or Latino

16.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (10.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 16.8%.
VA Value
(10.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 16.8%.
US Value
(19.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (16.8%) is greater  than the previously measured value (16.6%).
Prior Value
(16.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander

Current Value:
0.1%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (0.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 0.1%.
VA Value
(0.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 0.1%.
US Value
(0.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (0.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.1%).
Prior Value
(0.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Over Age 65

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population Over Age 65

15.1%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (16.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 15.1%.
VA Value
(16.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (17.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 15.1%.
US Value
(17.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (15.1%) is greater  than the previously measured value (14.6%).
Prior Value
(14.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Over Age 65 (Count)

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population Over Age 65 (Count)

162,234
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Two or More Races

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population Two or More Races

4.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (3.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 4.2%.
VA Value
(3.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 4.2%.
US Value
(3.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (4.2%) is greater  than the previously measured value (4.1%).
Prior Value
(4.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Under Age 18

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population Under Age 18

22.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (21.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 22.6%.
VA Value
(21.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 22.6%.
US Value
(21.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (22.6%) is less  than the previously measured value (22.9%).
Prior Value
(22.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population Under Age 5

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population Under Age 5

5.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (5.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 5.7%.
VA Value
(5.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 5.7%.
US Value
(5.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (5.7%) is less  than the previously measured value (5.8%).
Prior Value
(5.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population White

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population White

63.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (68.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 63.3%.
VA Value
(68.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (75.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 63.3%.
US Value
(75.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (63.3%) is less  than the previously measured value (63.7%).
Prior Value
(63.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population White (Not Hispanic or Latino)

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population White (Not Hispanic or Latino)

48.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (59.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 48.5%.
VA Value
(59.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (58.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 48.5%.
US Value
(58.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (48.5%) is less  than the previously measured value (49.1%).
Prior Value
(49.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Residential Segregation - Black/White

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Residential Segregation - Black/White

44.4
Score
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 44.4 which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.9 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.1.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 123 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 44.4 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 50.3 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 60.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,076 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (51.0), Fairfax County has a value of 44.4 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(51.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (62.7), Fairfax County has a value of 44.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(62.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (44.4) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (44.0).
Prior Value
(44.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Total Population

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Total Population

1,141,878
People
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (1,141,878) is greater  than the previously measured value (1,139,309).
Prior Value
(1,139,309)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Veteran Population

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Veteran Population

8.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (9.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 8.0%.
VA Value
(9.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 8.0%.
US Value
(6.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Community / Public Safety

Community / Public Safety

Community / Public Safety

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Community / Public Safety

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

29.9%
Percent of driving deaths with alcohol involvement
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 29.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.6% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 129 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 29.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,116 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (30.2%), Fairfax County has a value of 29.9% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(30.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 29.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (29.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (28.6%).
Prior Value
(28.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Community / Social Environment

Community / Social Environment

Community / Social Environment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Community / Social Environment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Child Abuse Rate

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Child Abuse Rate

1.0
Cases per 1,000 children
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 1.0 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.5 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.9.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (0.0), Fairfax County has a value of 1.0 which is higher and worse.
VA Value
(0.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (1.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0.8).
Prior Value
(0.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Children in Single-Parent Households

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Children in Single-Parent Households

16.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 16.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 16.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.2% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (23.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 16.0% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(23.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 16.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Non-Marital Births

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Non-Marital Births

23.2%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 23.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.4%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (35.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 23.2%.
VA Value
(35.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (38.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 23.2%.
US Value
(38.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (23.2%) is greater  than the previously measured value (22.2%).
Prior Value
(22.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Alone

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Alone

21.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 21.9% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.1%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 21.9% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.2% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (26.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 21.9% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(26.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 21.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(26.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Alone (Count)

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Alone (Count)

35,551
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Social Associations

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Social Associations

8.9
Membership associations per 10,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 8.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 11.4 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 8.9.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 8.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 10.8 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 7.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (11.0), Fairfax County has a value of 8.9 which is lower and worse.
VA Value
(11.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (9.1), Fairfax County has a value of 8.9 which is lower and worse.
US Value
(9.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (8.9) is greater and better than the previously measured value (8.6).
Prior Value
(8.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Community / Transportation

Community / Transportation

Community / Transportation

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Community / Transportation

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Households without a Vehicle

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Households without a Vehicle

4.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 4.6% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 4.6% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (6.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 4.6% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(6.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 4.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Mean Travel Time to Work

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Mean Travel Time to Work

30.4
Minutes
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 30.4 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.6 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.1.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 30.4 which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.0 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (27.9), Fairfax County has a value of 30.4 which is higher and worse.
VA Value
(27.9)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.7), Fairfax County has a value of 30.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Solo Drivers with a Long Commute

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Solo Drivers with a Long Commute

48.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 48.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 48.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (40.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 48.0% which is higher and worse.
VA Value
(40.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 48.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (48.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (49.3%).
Prior Value
(49.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

6.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
U.S. Counties
(2015-2019)
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (3.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 6.3% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(3.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 6.3% which is higher and better.
US Value
(3.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.3%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.3%)

County/City: Fairfax County Workers who Drive Alone to Work

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Workers who Drive Alone to Work

60.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 60.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 77.8% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 81.7%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 60.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.0% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 82.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (70.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 60.3% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(70.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 60.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(71.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Workers who Walk to Work

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Workers who Walk to Work

1.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 1.6% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 1.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.8%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 1.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 2.0% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 1.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (2.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 1.6% which is lower and worse.
VA Value
(2.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 1.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Economy / Employment

Economy / Employment

Economy / Employment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Employment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Employer Establishments

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Employer Establishments

31,808
Number of Establishments
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (31,808) is greater  than the previously measured value (31,769).
Prior Value
(31,769)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Female Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Female Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

64.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 64.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 55.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 50.3%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 64.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 54.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 49.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (60.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 64.8% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(60.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (58.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 64.8% which is higher and better.
US Value
(58.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

67.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 67.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 55.8% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 49.1%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 67.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 55.7% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 50.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (61.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 67.0% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(61.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (59.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 67.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(59.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Size of Labor Force

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Size of Labor Force

654,555
Persons
(January 2024)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (654,555) is greater and better than the previously measured value (650,172).
Prior Value
(650,172)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Total Employment

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Total Employment

647,247
Paid Employees
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (647,247) is less  than the previously measured value (672,100).
Prior Value
(672,100)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Total Employment Change

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Total Employment Change

-3.7%
(2020-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of -3.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than -3.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than -6.4%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of -3.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than -2.6% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than -5.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (-4.1%), Fairfax County has a value of -3.7% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(-4.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (-4.3%), Fairfax County has a value of -3.7% which is higher and better.
US Value
(-4.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (-3.7%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (2.4%).
Prior Value
(2.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

2.3%
(January 2024)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 2.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.9% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.5%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 2.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on non-seasonally-adjusted data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (2.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 2.3% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(2.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 2.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(4.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (2.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.3%).
Prior Value
(2.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Economy / Food Insecurity

Economy / Food Insecurity

Economy / Food Insecurity

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Food Insecurity

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Child Food Insecurity Rate

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Child Food Insecurity Rate

2.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 2.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.7% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.2%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 2.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.7% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (8.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 2.2% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(8.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 2.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (2.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (4.6%).
Prior Value
(4.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Food Insecure Children Likely Ineligible for Assistance

Current Value:
0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 18% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 131 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 22% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,134 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (28%), Fairfax County has a value of 0% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(28%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (25%), Fairfax County has a value of 0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(25%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0%).
Prior Value
(0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Food Insecurity Rate

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Food Insecurity Rate

5.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 5.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.3%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 5.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.2% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (8.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 5.8% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(8.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 5.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (5.8%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (5.7%).
Prior Value
(5.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Households Receiving SNAP with Children

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Households Receiving SNAP with Children

56.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value (50.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 56.8%.
VA Value
(50.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (47.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 56.8%.
US Value
(47.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Households Receiving SNAP with Children (Count)

Current Value:
9,207
Households
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Projected Child Food Insecurity Rate

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Projected Child Food Insecurity Rate

6.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.9% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.6% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.9%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.9% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.9% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (12.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 6.9% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(12.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (6.9%) is less and better than the previously measured value (14.6%).
Prior Value
(14.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County/City: Fairfax County Projected Food Insecurity Rate

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Projected Food Insecurity Rate

7.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 7.4% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.1%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 7.4% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (10.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 7.4% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(10.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (7.4%) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.5%).
Prior Value
(10.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County/City: Fairfax County Students Eligible for the Free Lunch Program

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Students Eligible for the Free Lunch Program

29.8%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 29.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 74.9% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 92.4%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 29.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 47.6% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 63.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,710 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (52.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 29.8% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(52.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (42.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 29.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(42.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (29.8%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (26.8%).
Prior Value
(26.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Economy / Government Assistance

Economy / Government Assistance

Economy / Government Assistance

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Government Assistance

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

1.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 1.6% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.4%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 129 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 1.6% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,923 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (2.2%), Fairfax County has a value of 1.6% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(2.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 1.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Households with Supplemental Security Income

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Households with Supplemental Security Income

2.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 2.4% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.6%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 2.4% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,073 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (4.2%), Fairfax County has a value of 2.4% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(4.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 2.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(5.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Economy / Housing & Homes

Economy / Housing & Homes

Economy / Housing & Homes

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Housing & Homes

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Homeowner Vacancy Rate

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Homeowner Vacancy Rate

0.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 0.5% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.8%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 0.5% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (1.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 0.5% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(1.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 0.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Homeownership

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Homeownership

66.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 66.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 59.6% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 51.2%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 66.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 60.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (60.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 66.0% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(60.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (57.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 66.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(57.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Housing Units

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Housing Units

429,828
Housing units
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (429,828) is greater  than the previously measured value (428,425).
Prior Value
(428,425)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Median Household Gross Rent

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Median Household Gross Rent

$2,159
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of $2,159 which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than $979 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than $1,267.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value ($1,440), Fairfax County has a value of $2,159 which is higher and worse.
VA Value
($1,440)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value ($1,268), Fairfax County has a value of $2,159 which is higher and worse.
US Value
($1,268)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Median Housing Unit Value

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Median Housing Unit Value

$666,900
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of $666,900 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than $231,400 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $157,450.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value ($339,800), Fairfax County has a value of $666,900 which is higher and better.
VA Value
($339,800)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value ($281,900), Fairfax County has a value of $666,900 which is higher and better.
US Value
($281,900)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Median Monthly Owner Costs for Households without a Mortgage

Current Value:
$1,004
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of $1,004 which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than $468 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than $548.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value ($546), Fairfax County has a value of $1,004 which is higher and worse.
VA Value
($546)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value ($584), Fairfax County has a value of $1,004 which is higher and worse.
US Value
($584)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Mortgaged Owners Median Monthly Household Costs

Current Value:
$3,063
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of $3,063 which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than $1,440 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than $1,769.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 132 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value ($2,014), Fairfax County has a value of $3,063 which is higher and worse.
VA Value
($2,014)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value ($1,828), Fairfax County has a value of $3,063 which is higher and worse.
US Value
($1,828)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Mortgaged Owners Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Housing

23.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 23.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (24.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 23.0% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 23.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(27.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (23.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (24.5%).
Prior Value
(24.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)

County/City: Fairfax County Overcrowded Households

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Overcrowded Households

3.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 3.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.6% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.1%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (2.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 3.1% which is higher and worse.
VA Value
(2.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 3.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

Current Value:
45.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 45.7% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 45.9% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 45.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 49.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (47.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 45.7% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(47.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 45.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(49.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)

County/City: Fairfax County Severe Housing Problems

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Severe Housing Problems

14.3%
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 14.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 14.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.2% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (13.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 14.3% which is higher and worse.
VA Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 14.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (14.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.7%).
Prior Value
(14.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Economy / Income

Economy / Income

Economy / Income

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Income

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Gender Pay Gap

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Gender Pay Gap

$0.70
Cents on the dollar
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the VA Value ($0.73), Fairfax County has a value of $0.70 which is lower and worse.
VA Value
($0.73)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value ($0.73), Fairfax County has a value of $0.70 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($0.73)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County ($0.70) is less and worse than the previously measured value ($0.71).
Prior Value
($0.71)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Households that are Above the Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) Threshold

74.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 74.6% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 56.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 48.8%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (62.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 74.6% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(62.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (74.6%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (71.4%).
Prior Value
(71.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County/City: Fairfax County Households that are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE)

19.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 19.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 31.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.8%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (28.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 19.2% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(28.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (19.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (23.2%).
Prior Value
(23.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County/City: Fairfax County Income Inequality

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Income Inequality

0.432
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 0.432 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.443 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.469.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 0.432 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.445 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.470.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (0.472), Fairfax County has a value of 0.432 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(0.472)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.483), Fairfax County has a value of 0.432 which is lower and better.
US Value
(0.483)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Median Household Income

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Median Household Income

$145,165
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of $145,165 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than $63,438 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $52,686.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of $145,165 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than $60,831 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $52,521.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value ($87,249), Fairfax County has a value of $145,165 which is higher and better.
VA Value
($87,249)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value ($75,149), Fairfax County has a value of $145,165 which is higher and better.
US Value
($75,149)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Per Capita Income

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Per Capita Income

$67,598
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of $67,598 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than $35,506 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $28,905.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of $67,598 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than $32,340 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $28,112.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value ($47,210), Fairfax County has a value of $67,598 which is higher and better.
VA Value
($47,210)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value ($41,261), Fairfax County has a value of $67,598 which is higher and better.
US Value
($41,261)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Economy / Poverty

Economy / Poverty

Economy / Poverty

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Poverty

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Children Living Below 200% of Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Children Living Below 200% of Poverty Level

15.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 15.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.2% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 44.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (29.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 15.8% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(29.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 15.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(36.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (15.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (17.8%).
Prior Value
(17.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Children Living Below Poverty Level

7.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 7.6% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.1%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 7.6% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (12.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 7.6% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(12.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 7.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Families Living Below 200% of Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Families Living Below 200% of Poverty Level

9.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 9.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.7% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 825 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (18.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 9.8% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(18.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 9.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(22.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (9.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (11.0%).
Prior Value
(11.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Families Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Families Living Below Poverty Level

4.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 4.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 131 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 4.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,104 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (6.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 4.2% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(6.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 4.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Households Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Households Living Below Poverty Level

6.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.8% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.6%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (10.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 6.2% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (6.2%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (5.4%).
Prior Value
(5.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Below 200% of Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Below 200% of Poverty Level

12.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 12.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.6% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (23.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 12.3% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(23.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (28.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 12.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(28.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (12.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (13.2%).
Prior Value
(13.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

5.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 5.1% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.9% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.5%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 5.1% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.7% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (8.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 5.1% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 5.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level (Count)

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level (Count)

8,239
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

85.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 85.9% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 69.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 60.8%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 85.9% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 66.8% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 59.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (76.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 85.9% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(76.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.2%), Fairfax County has a value of 85.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(71.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County People Living Below 200% of Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People Living Below 200% of Poverty Level

13.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 13.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (23.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 13.2% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(23.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (28.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 13.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(28.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (13.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (14.3%).
Prior Value
(14.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County People Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People Living Below Poverty Level

6.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.2%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (10.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.0%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.0%)

County/City: Fairfax County Poverty Status by School Enrollment

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Poverty Status by School Enrollment

6.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.7% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.9%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (9.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(9.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Youth not in School or Working

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Youth not in School or Working

1.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 1.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.0% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.5%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 1.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,130 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (1.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 1.2% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(1.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.8%), Fairfax County has a value of 1.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education

Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education

Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Child Care Centers

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Child Care Centers

7.5
Per 1,000 population under age 5
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 7.5 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 7.5 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 5.7.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (7.5), Fairfax County has a value of 7.5.
VA Value
(7.5)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.0), Fairfax County has a value of 7.5 which is higher and better.
US Value
(7.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (7.5) is greater and better than the previously measured value (7.4).
Prior Value
(7.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Education / Educational Attainment

Education / Educational Attainment

Education / Educational Attainment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Education / Educational Attainment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

64.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 64.1% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 25.0% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 17.8%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 64.1% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 20.9% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 16.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (41.0%), Fairfax County has a value of 64.1% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(41.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (34.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 64.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(34.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

Current Value:
93.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 93.5% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.4%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 93.5% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.5% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (91.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 93.5% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(91.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (89.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 93.5% which is higher and better.
US Value
(89.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Education / School Environment

Education / School Environment

Education / School Environment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Education / School Environment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Student-to-Teacher Ratio

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Student-to-Teacher Ratio

15.5
Students per teacher
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 15.5 which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.3.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 130 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 15.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.9 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.7.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,125 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (13.6), Fairfax County has a value of 15.5 which is higher and worse.
VA Value
(13.6)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (15.4), Fairfax County has a value of 15.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(15.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (15.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (14.0).
Prior Value
(14.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Education / Student Performance K-12

Education / Student Performance K-12

Education / Student Performance K-12

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Education / Student Performance K-12

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County 3rd Grade Students Proficient in Math

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County 3rd Grade Students Proficient in Math

71.3%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 71.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 69.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 59.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 130 Virginia counties, county equivalents, and county-city groups.
Compared to the VA Value (69.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 71.3% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(69.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (71.3%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (70.8%).
Prior Value
(70.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County 3rd Grade Students Proficient in Reading

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County 3rd Grade Students Proficient in Reading

69.7%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 69.7% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 57.3%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 130 Virginia counties, county equivalents, and county-city groups.
Compared to the VA Value (66.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 69.7% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(66.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (69.7%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (71.8%).
Prior Value
(71.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County 8th Grade Students Proficient in Math

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County 8th Grade Students Proficient in Math

73.3%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 73.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 66.0% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.8%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 129 Virginia counties, county equivalents, and county-city groups.
Compared to the VA Value (68.3%), Fairfax County has a value of 73.3% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(68.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (73.3%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (74.7%).
Prior Value
(74.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County 8th Grade Students Proficient in Reading

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County 8th Grade Students Proficient in Reading

77.2%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 77.2% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 67.4% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 59.2%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 129 Virginia counties, county equivalents, and county-city groups.
Compared to the VA Value (70.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 77.2% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(70.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (77.2%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (79.3%).
Prior Value
(79.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County High School Graduation

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County High School Graduation

93.4%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 93.4% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 92.1% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 89.2%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 128 Virginia counties, county equivalents, and county-city groups.
Compared to the VA Value (91.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 93.4% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(91.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (86.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 93.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(86.5% in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for Education Statistics
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (93.4%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (94.1%).
Prior Value
(94.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (90.7%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(90.7%)

Environmental Health / Air

Environmental Health / Air

Environmental Health / Air

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Environmental Health / Air

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Recognized Carcinogens Released into Air

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Recognized Carcinogens Released into Air

0
Pounds
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (0) is less and better than the previously measured value (6).
Prior Value
(6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Environmental Health / Built Environment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Environmental Health / Built Environment

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Access to Exercise Opportunities

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Access to Exercise Opportunities

99.8%
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 99.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 71.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 49.4%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 99.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.0% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 47.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,096 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (83.6%), Fairfax County has a value of 99.8% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(83.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (84.1%), Fairfax County has a value of 99.8% which is higher and better.
US Value
(84.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (99.8%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (99.7%).
Prior Value
(99.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County/City: Fairfax County Access to Parks

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Access to Parks

95.3%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 95.3% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 26.9% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 10.9%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (78.5%), Fairfax County has a value of 95.3% which is higher and better.
VA Value
(78.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (95.3%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (93.5%).
Prior Value
(93.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County/City: Fairfax County Food Environment Index

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Food Environment Index

9.5
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 9.5 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 8.4 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 7.7.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 128 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 9.5 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50%  have a value higher than 7.7 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 6.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,108 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (9.0), Fairfax County has a value of 9.5 which is higher and better.
VA Value
(9.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.7), Fairfax County has a value of 9.5 which is higher and better.
US Value
(7.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (9.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.5).
Prior Value
(9.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Liquor Store Density

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Liquor Store Density

4.7
Stores per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 4.7 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.4 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.6.
VA Counties
(2016)
The distribution is based on data from 121 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 4.7 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,477 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (5.7), Fairfax County has a value of 4.7 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(5.7)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.7), Fairfax County has a value of 4.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (4.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (4.5).
Prior Value
(4.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Proximity to Highways

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Proximity to Highways

11.3%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 11.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (10.9%), Fairfax County has a value of 11.3% which is higher and worse.
VA Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (11.3%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (10.1%).
Prior Value
(10.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Houses Built Prior to 1950

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Houses Built Prior to 1950

2.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 2.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.3% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.0%.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 2.8% which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (11.4%), Fairfax County has a value of 2.8% which is lower and better.
VA Value
(11.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Fairfax County has a value of 2.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County PBT Released

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County PBT Released

0
Pounds
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (0) is less and better than the previously measured value (175).
Prior Value
(175)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Environmental Health / Weather & Climate

Environmental Health / Weather & Climate

Environmental Health / Weather & Climate

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

Environmental Health / Weather & Climate

County/City: Fairfax County

Value
Compared to:

County/City: Fairfax County Daily Dose of UV Irradiance

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Daily Dose of UV Irradiance

3,582.0
Joule per square meter
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to VA Counties, Fairfax County has a value of 3,582.0 which is in the best 50% of counties/cities. Counties/cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 3,936.0 while counties/cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4,097.0.
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 112 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the VA Value (3,937.0), Fairfax County has a value of 3,582.0 which is lower and better.
VA Value
(3,937.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (3,582.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3,390.0).
Prior Value
(3,390.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Number of Extreme Heat Days

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Number of Extreme Heat Days

27
Days
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (27) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (18).
Prior Value
(18)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Number of Extreme Heat Events

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Number of Extreme Heat Events

23
Events
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (23) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (14).
Prior Value
(14)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Number of Extreme Precipitation Days

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Number of Extreme Precipitation Days

20
Days
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (20) is less and better than the previously measured value (29).
Prior Value
(29)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County/City: Fairfax County Weeks of Moderate Drought or Worse

Current Value:

County/City: Fairfax County Weeks of Moderate Drought or Worse

0
Weeks per year
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Fairfax County (0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0).
Prior Value
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Fairfax County value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.