Centreville, VA โ City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Fairfax County ยท Virginia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Centreville based on 8 key metrics โ compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
71,885
2023 ACS
Median Income
$143,704
2023
Median Home Value
$565,900
2023
Median Rent
$2,238
2023
Median Age
37.5
Unemployment
3.9%
Cost of Living Index
204.1
100 = national avg
Centreville is a city in Fairfax County, Virginia, with a population of 71,885 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Centreville is one of the communities in Virginia.
The median household income in Centreville is $143,704, and the median home value is $565,900. The cost of living index is 204.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,238 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, and the median age is 37.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
71,885
Male
36,791
51.2%
Female
35,094
48.8%
Median Age
37.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
39.0%
High School or Higher
49.8%
Foreign Born
34.5%
Veterans
4.3%
Married
46.6%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.661
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
44.7%
Foreign Born
34.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
18.1%
13,018 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
81.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
68,062
English Only
55.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
9,285 speakers
Limited English
17.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
82.8%
Limited English Proficiency
17.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,084
4.3% of population
Disability Rate
35.4%
1,092 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$104,591
Unemployment Rate
0.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,706
87.7%
Female Veterans
378
12.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$104,591
Non-Veteran Income
$62,063
Difference
$42,528
68.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,092
Without Disability
1,992
Disability Rate
35.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
39,186
#1 Ancestry
Irish
8.6% (6,169)
#2 Ancestry
German
8.2% (5,883)
#3 Ancestry
English
8.0% (5,731)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
24,907
Family Households
18,829
75.6%
Married Couples
15,074
60.5%
Non-Family Households
6,078
24.4%
Single Mother Households
2,648
10.6%
Single Father Households
1,107
4.4%
Living Alone
4,535
18.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
15,190
In Married Couple
12,496
82.3%
With Single Mother
2,257
14.9%
With Single Father
437
2.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$158,546
Married Couple Income
$178,491
Single Mother Income
$89,189
Single Father Income
$122,471
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
2.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,188
Grandparents Responsible
341
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$143,704
+96% vs national
Per Capita Income
$59,737
+61% vs national
Poverty Rate
6.1%
-55% vs national
Gini Index
0.3834
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.9%
-26% vs national
SNAP Recipients
3.3%
of households
How Centreville Compares
Centreville vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Centreville is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Centreville, VA has a median household income of $143,704, making it the 1,491st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Centreville has a higher median household income than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Centreville, VA has a per capita income of $59,737, making it the 2,645th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Centreville has a higher per capita income than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Centreville, VA has a poverty rate of 6.1%, making it the 22,207th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Centreville has a higher poverty rate than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Centreville, VA has a unemployment rate of 3.9%, making it the 14,954th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Centreville has a higher unemployment rate than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Centreville. The median household income here is $143,704.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.9%
-14% vs VA avg
Labor Force
43,257
Employed
41,375
Mean Commute
23 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
39.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
49.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.5
Work from Home
19.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Lawyers
Top Median Wage
$191.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
204.1
100 = national avg
+104.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$89,788
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$212,226
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The median household income in Centreville, VA is $143,704, which is 96.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $59,737. The poverty rate of 6.1% is lower than the VA state average of 12.2%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3834, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, compared to the state average of 4.5%. The labor force is 43,257. 39.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 23 minutes, with 19.5% working from home. About 68.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 204.1, which is 104.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 265.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $89,788 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin โ January 2026
Median Sale Price
$544,950
Median List Price
$599,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$322
Days on Market
43
Active Inventory
45
Months of Supply
1.1
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$613,579
ZHVI โ January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,384
ZORI โ January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
30.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
61.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
40
New Listings
43
Pending Sales
47
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$322
Median List $/SF
$312
Centreville vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Centreville is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Centreville, VA has a median home value of $565,900, making it the 2,452nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Centreville has a higher median home value than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Centreville, VA has a median rent of $2,238, making it the 1,052nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Centreville has a higher median rent than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Centreville, VA has a price per square foot of $322, making it the 3,101st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Centreville has a higher price per square foot than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Centreville, VA has a rent burden of 18.7%, making it the 10,733rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Centreville has a higher rent burden than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$565,900
Median Rent
$2,238
Total Housing Units
25,431
Vacancy Rate
2.1%
Owner Occupied
73.7%
Renter Occupied
26.3%
Median Property Tax
$5,830
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,455
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$5,830
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
of home value
Median Home Value
$565,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$5,665
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($5,830) by the median home value ($565,900). In Centreville, VA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.03%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Centreville, VA is $544,950 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 43 days on the market. 30.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.1 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $322. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,384/month. About 73.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1991. There are 25,431 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $5,830. The effective tax rate is 1.03%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Centreville. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
94.7
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
96.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
11.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
59.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
18
Public Assistance
$165.6M
Individual Assistance
$2.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 23 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,486
Total Claims Paid
$16,492,039
Avg Claim Payout
$11,098
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$1,031,536
Properties Protected
2
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.72
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $919,036 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $112,500 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Centreville has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, lightning, heat wave. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (5 declarations). 1,486 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $165,606,511 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,856,991 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
23.4%
12.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
18.6%
4.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.1%
1.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
2.9pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.1%
Arthritis
18.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.6%
Loneliness
34.1%
Lack of Support
23.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
21.8%
Mobility
8.7%
Cognitive
11.3%
Hearing
4.3%
Vision
3.5%
Self-Care
2.3%
Independent Living
5.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Centreville has an obesity rate of 23.4%, which is 12.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 18.6%, 4.9pp below the national average. About 7.7% of adults lack health insurance. 76.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.2 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.8 mi
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Fair Oaks Hospital | 3.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | โ |
| Novant Prince William Medical Center | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Reston Hospital Center | 9.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center | 11.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Inova Fairfax Hospital | 13.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
23 min
-1% vs national
Drive Alone
68.0%
-14% vs national
Public Transit
1.6%
+79% vs national
Work From Home
19.5%
+110% vs national
Carpool
8.5%
Walk / Bike
1.0%
combined
How Centreville's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2021)Fatalities
1
2021
1-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Centreville, VA is 23 minutes, which is 1.3% below the national average of 23 minutes. 68.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.5% work from home, which is above the VA state average of 12.1%. Public transit is used by 1.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 8.5% of workers carpool. In 2021, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
98.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
92.8%
of households
No Internet
1.2%
of households
Total Households
24,907
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
99.0%
of households
Smartphone
97.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
93.7%
of households
Tablet
80.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.4ยข
per kWh
-22% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.7ยข
per kWh
-41% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
9.0ยข
per kWh
-19% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$149
residential
+2% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
16% below the national average of 17.1ยข/kWh
Residential electricity in Virginia averages 14.4ยข per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1ยข. The average monthly electric bill is $149. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Centreville vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (ยข/kWh)
Commercial Rate (ยข/kWh)
Industrial Rate (ยข/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
98.4% of households in Centreville have broadband internet access. 92.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 1.2% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Centreville is located in Fairfax County, VA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Centreville.
Election Overview
Source: Fairfax County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
386,438
66.1%
GOP Votes
181,895
31.1%
Total Votes
584,387
Margin
D+35.0%
Shift from 2020
R+6.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 386,438 | 181,895 | 584,387 | 66.1% | 31.1% | D+35.0 |
| 2020 | 419,943 | 168,401 | 600,823 | 69.9% | 28.0% | D+41.9 |
| 2016 | 354,485 | 157,837 | 542,858 | 65.3% | 29.1% | D+36.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Fairfax County recorded 584,387 total votes. Democrats won the county with 66.1% of the vote compared to 31.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+35.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+6.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Fairfax County has shifted 1.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
277
Total Assets
$29.0M
Total Income
$24.6M
Per 10K Residents
38.5
nonprofits
-16.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
10
Median Assets
$105K
Oldest Active
1945
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $21.1M of $29.0M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Centreville
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFCentreville, VA has 277 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $29.0M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 58 organizations. 10 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 38.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1945.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
286
Total Approved
$73.2M
Jobs Supported
2,149
Per 10K Residents
39.8
SBA loans
-57.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
58
Top Lender
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
34 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992โ2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
274
Total Amount
$65.3M
Avg Loan
$238,446
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$48.6M(74%)
Jobs Supported
1,988
Loans
12
Total Amount
$7.9M
Avg Loan
$658,000
Median Loan
$457,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
47
16% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$20.1M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$427,660
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Zzim Usa Inc | 2 | $5.2M |
| Grace Trinity Llc | 1 | $2.9M |
| Tripointe Technologies Inc. | 1 | $2.5M |
| Deepwood Veterinary Clinic, Inc. | 1 | $2.4M |
| Pm Lube Llc | 2 | $2.2M |
| Jgi Steak I Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Nova Collision Center Inc. | 1 | $1.5M |
| Mills Flooring Outlet Inc | 1 | $1.5M |
| The Dog Stop | 1 | $1.4M |
| Bakery Heaven Inc. | 1 | $1.3M |
Centreville, VA has received 286 SBA loans totaling $73.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 274 loans (96% of the total), supporting 1,988 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 12 loans totaling $7.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Centreville is Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company with 34 loans. That works out to 39.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
23
Total Population
687,966
Avg Median Income
-$28,833,059
Avg Home Value
-$28,329,051
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20109 | 44,161 | $88,966 | $411,700 | $1,928 | 23.8 |
| 20110 | 49,452 | $120,397 | $445,300 | $1,863 | 12.8 |
| 20111 | 38,153 | $109,785 | $449,400 | $2,020 | 16.4 |
| 20120 | 42,917 | $149,844 | $620,100 | $2,244 | 18.0 |
| 20121 | 27,507 | $133,024 | $488,200 | $2,240 | 8.7 |
| 20124 | 14,557 | $218,942 | $870,200 | $2,307 | 21.7 |
| 20136 | 31,204 | $178,098 | $585,500 | $2,872 | 13.8 |
| 20143 | 744 | $178,125 | $1,022,700 | N/A | 6.4 |
| 20151 | 22,502 | $143,422 | $647,400 | $2,245 | 15.9 |
| 20152 | 36,453 | $191,392 | $708,400 | $2,853 | 13.3 |
| 20166 | 13,854 | $135,246 | $576,400 | $2,227 | 27.2 |
| 20171 | 50,796 | $166,154 | $770,200 | $2,276 | 11.6 |
| 20190 | 22,092 | $126,928 | $568,500 | $2,241 | 4.4 |
| 20191 | 30,077 | $141,019 | $616,700 | $1,983 | 7.8 |
| 22015 | 44,730 | $166,016 | $666,500 | $2,441 | 8.5 |
| 22030 | 60,855 | $139,885 | $700,700 | $2,242 | 19.4 |
| 22031 | 36,586 | $129,743 | $710,400 | $2,267 | 7.1 |
| 22032 | 29,172 | $175,913 | $736,500 | $2,269 | 7.2 |
| 22033 | 38,676 | $134,532 | $621,600 | $2,253 | 7.8 |
| 22035 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 22039 | 19,034 | $250,001 | $973,800 | $2,426 | 23.6 |
| 22124 | 18,915 | $216,712 | $979,900 | $2,469 | 10.3 |
| 22181 | 15,529 | $212,156 | $928,400 | $2,756 | 5.6 |
Centreville, VA has 23 ZIP codes with a combined population of 687,966. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$28,833,059. The average median home value is -$28,329,051. The average median monthly rent is -$57,968,909.
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