Dale City, VA โ City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Prince William County ยท Virginia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Dale City based on 8 key metrics โ compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
72,793
2023 ACS
Median Income
$113,245
2023
Median Home Value
$400,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,868
2023
Median Age
35.0
Unemployment
4.2%
Cost of Living Index
169.5
100 = national avg
Dale City is a city in Prince William County, Virginia, with a population of 72,793 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Dale City is one of the communities in Virginia.
The median household income in Dale City is $113,245, and the median home value is $400,100. The cost of living index is 169.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,868 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, and the median age is 35.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
72,793
Male
35,671
49.0%
Female
37,122
51.0%
Median Age
35.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
21.1%
High School or Higher
36.1%
Foreign Born
32.4%
Veterans
6.9%
Married
40.4%
Avg Household Size
3.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.656
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
31.3%
Foreign Born
32.4%
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
35.4%
25,761 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
64.6%
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+)
67,102
English Only
53.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
20,311 speakers
Limited English
19.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
80.5%
Limited English Proficiency
19.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
5,042
6.9% of population
Disability Rate
37.0%
1,866 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$95,796
Unemployment Rate
2.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,000
79.3%
Female Veterans
1,042
20.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$95,796
Non-Veteran Income
$43,563
Difference
$52,233
119.9% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,866
Without Disability
3,176
Disability Rate
37.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
25,441
#1 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
5.2% (3,750)
#2 Ancestry
English
5.0% (3,657)
#3 Ancestry
American
4.3% (3,144)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
21,449
Family Households
16,962
79.1%
Married Couples
12,634
58.9%
Non-Family Households
4,487
20.9%
Single Mother Households
2,815
13.1%
Single Father Households
1,513
7.1%
Living Alone
3,587
16.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
15,692
In Married Couple
12,142
77.4%
With Single Mother
2,393
15.2%
With Single Father
1,157
7.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$120,722
Married Couple Income
$138,718
Single Mother Income
$80,644
Single Father Income
$94,844
Avg Family Size
3.4
Avg Non-Family Size
3.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,840
Grandparents Responsible
455
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$113,245
+55% vs national
Per Capita Income
$42,570
+15% vs national
Poverty Rate
6.7%
-51% vs national
Gini Index
0.3935
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.2%
-20% vs national
SNAP Recipients
8.3%
of households
How Dale City Compares
Dale City vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Dale City is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Dale City, VA has a median household income of $113,245, making it the 3,328th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Dale City has a higher median household income than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Dale City, VA has a per capita income of $42,570, making it the 7,224th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Dale City has a higher per capita income than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Dale City, VA has a poverty rate of 6.7%, making it the 21,227th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Dale City has a higher poverty rate than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Dale City, VA has a unemployment rate of 4.2%, making it the 14,081st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Dale City has a higher unemployment rate than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Dale City. The median household income here is $113,245.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
-8% vs VA avg
Labor Force
40,067
Employed
38,100
Mean Commute
33 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
21.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.0
Work from Home
13.1%
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
169.5
100 = national avg
+69.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,575
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$176,267
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 Dale City, VA is $113,245, which is 54.7% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $42,570. The poverty rate of 6.7% is lower than the VA state average of 12.2%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3935, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, compared to the state average of 4.5%. The labor force is 40,067. 21.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 33 minutes, with 13.1% working from home. About 70.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 169.5, which is 69.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 205.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,575 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin โ January 2026
Median Sale Price
$485,000
Median List Price
$549,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$252
Days on Market
50
Active Inventory
90
Months of Supply
2.3
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
35.9%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
52.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
39
New Listings
97
Pending Sales
78
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$252
Median List $/SF
$286
Dale City vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Dale City is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Dale City, VA has a median home value of $400,100, making it the 4,513th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Dale City has a higher median home value than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Dale City, VA has a median rent of $1,868, making it the 2,090th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Dale City has a higher median rent than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Dale City, VA has a price per square foot of $252, making it the 5,158th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Dale City has a higher price per square foot than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Dale City, VA has a rent burden of 19.8%, making it the 9,081st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Dale City has a higher rent burden than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$400,100
Median Rent
$1,868
Total Housing Units
21,973
Vacancy Rate
2.4%
Owner Occupied
78.5%
Renter Occupied
21.5%
Median Property Tax
$4,159
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,119
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,159
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
of home value
Median Home Value
$400,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,990
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,159) by the median home value ($400,100). In Dale City, VA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.04%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Dale City, VA is $485,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 50 days on the market. 35.9% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $252. The median rent is $1,868 per month (Census ACS). About 78.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1983. There are 21,973 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,159. The effective tax rate is 1.04%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Dale City. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
83.2
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
87.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
40.2
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
19
Public Assistance
$18.8M
Individual Assistance
$1.6M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 22 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
483
Total Claims Paid
$5,812,022
Avg Claim Payout
$12,033
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
6
Federal Funding
$3,505,939
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.96
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $410,000 |
| 500.3: Flood Control - Dam | 1 | $1,875,000 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 1 | $25,000 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $245,939 |
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $950,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Dale City has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are heat wave, lightning, winter weather. The area has had 19 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (6 declarations). 483 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $18,838,691 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,615,692 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 6 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
36.0%
near the national average
Depression Rate
19.8%
3.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.3%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.7%
3.1pp above 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
35.8%
Arthritis
21.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.2%
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
15.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.8%
Loneliness
35.7%
Lack of Support
24.7%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
30.4%
Mobility
13.0%
Cognitive
14.6%
Hearing
4.9%
Vision
5.3%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Dale City has an obesity rate of 36.0%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 19.8%, 3.7pp below the national average. About 13.7% of adults lack health insurance. 78.4% 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
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.9 mi
Sentara Northern Virginia Medi...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center | 4.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Novant Prince William Medical Center | 10.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Fort Belvoir Community Hospital | 10.7 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | โ | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital | 14.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Inova Fair Oaks Hospital | 15.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | โ |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
33 min
+41% vs national
Drive Alone
70.0%
-11% vs national
Public Transit
2.4%
+164% vs national
Work From Home
13.1%
+41% vs national
Carpool
11.7%
Walk / Bike
0.7%
combined
How Dale City's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2021)Fatalities
2
2021
1-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Dale City, VA is 33 minutes, which is 41.0% above the national average of 23 minutes. 70.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.1% work from home, which is above the VA state average of 12.1%. Public transit is used by 2.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 11.7% of workers carpool. In 2021, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
96.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
85.1%
of households
No Internet
1.7%
of households
Total Households
21,449
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.9%
of households
Smartphone
95.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
89.4%
of households
Tablet
74.7%
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).
Dale City 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
96.9% of households in Dale City have broadband internet access. 85.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 1.7% of households have no internet access. 5.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Dale City is located in Prince William County, VA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Dale City.
Election Overview
Source: Prince William County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
131,128
57.6%
GOP Votes
90,203
39.6%
Total Votes
227,591
Margin
D+18.0%
Shift from 2020
R+9.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 131,128 | 90,203 | 227,591 | 57.6% | 39.6% | D+18.0 |
| 2020 | 142,863 | 81,222 | 228,056 | 62.6% | 35.6% | D+27.0 |
| 2016 | 83,093 | 54,065 | 144,854 | 57.4% | 37.3% | D+20.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Prince William County recorded 227,591 total votes. Democrats won the county with 57.6% of the vote compared to 39.6% for Republicans, a margin of D+18.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Prince William County has shifted 2.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
21
Total Assets
$94.6M
Total Income
$27.1M
Per 10K Residents
2.9
nonprofits
-94.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
2
Median Assets
$896K
Oldest Active
1964
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit 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 Dale City
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE CECIL AND IRENE HYLTON FOUNDATION INC | โ | $92.8M | $26.6M | 1989 | |
| JOHN PAUL I KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CHARITY CORPORATION | โ | $1.8M | $151K | 1994 | |
| UNDER THE STARS INC | Recreation & Sports | $34K | $264K | 2022 | |
| FAVAREACH | Human Services | $760 | $3K | 2022 |
Dale City, VA has 21 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $94.6M. The most common category is Human Services, with 2 organizations. 2 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 2.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1964.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
24
Total Approved
$4.0M
Jobs Supported
107
Per 10K Residents
3.3
SBA loans
-96.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
12
Top Lender
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
5 loans
Top Industry
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
Data Span
1994โ2010
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
21
Total Amount
$1.8M
Avg Loan
$84,548
Median Loan
$50,000
SBA Guaranteed
$1.3M(75%)
Jobs Supported
47
Loans
3
Total Amount
$2.2M
Avg Loan
$738,667
Median Loan
$661,000
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prince William Ice Zone | 1 | $897K |
| Alan H. Golden, D.d.s., P.c. | 1 | $661K |
| Abc 123 Academy Inc | 1 | $658K |
| Araina Afghan | 1 | $305K |
| Steak-out | 1 | $243K |
| Dovemed Pc | 1 | $239K |
| Forestdale Shell | 1 | $160K |
| 'n' Shape | 1 | $119K |
| 'n' Shape Inc. | 1 | $119K |
| Terry and Robert Zander and Bu | 1 | $116K |
Dale City, VA has received 24 SBA loans totaling $4.0M in approved funding between 1994 and 2010. The 7(a) program accounts for 21 loans (88% of the total), supporting 47 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 3 loans totaling $2.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Arts, Entertainment & Recreation. The most active SBA lender in Dale City is Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company with 5 loans. That works out to 3.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
14
Total Population
447,756
Avg Median Income
$144,806
Avg Home Value
$546,700
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20111 | 38,153 | $109,785 | $449,400 | $2,020 | 16.4 |
| 20112 | 29,617 | $191,108 | $615,700 | $2,158 | 33.9 |
| 20124 | 14,557 | $218,942 | $870,200 | $2,307 | 21.7 |
| 22025 | 18,934 | $135,957 | $497,700 | $2,205 | 9.6 |
| 22026 | 21,025 | $114,512 | $436,300 | $1,802 | 8.4 |
| 22039 | 19,034 | $250,001 | $973,800 | $2,426 | 23.6 |
| 22079 | 36,523 | $140,817 | $600,800 | $2,457 | 28.4 |
| 22125 | 839 | $166,250 | $485,200 | $2,000 | 0.1 |
| 22134 | 7,785 | $67,965 | $237,500 | $2,263 | 47.1 |
| 22153 | 32,656 | $169,638 | $652,300 | $2,723 | 8.9 |
| 22172 | 12,046 | $113,043 | $509,600 | $1,588 | 20.6 |
| 22191 | 73,755 | $107,993 | $432,600 | $2,069 | 15.4 |
| 22192 | 59,034 | $122,005 | $465,500 | $2,012 | 19.2 |
| 22193 | 83,798 | $119,273 | $427,200 | $1,868 | 18.3 |
Dale City, VA has 14 ZIP codes with a combined population of 447,756. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $144,806. The average median home value is $546,700. The average median monthly rent is $2,136.
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