Fairfax Population 2026
Fairfax has a population of 24,013, making it the #1976 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Virginia. It is about 367× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,013
Rank in United States
#1976
Coordinates
38.85°N, 77.31°W
~131 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
24 km
15 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Virginia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 454,808 | #44 |
| Norfolk | 238,005 | #92 |
| Chesapeake | 235,429 | #98 |
| Richmond | 226,610 | #103 |
| Arlington | 207,627 | #113 |
| Newport News | 186,247 | #140 |
| Alexandria | 159,467 | #167 |
| East Hampton | 147,993 | #185 |
Cities near Fairfax
- Burke41,055 people · ~7 km away
- Annandale41,008 people · ~10 km away
- Centreville71,135 people · ~11 km away
- Reston58,404 people · ~14 km away
- McLean48,115 people · ~15 km away
- Manassas Park15,726 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fairfax?
Fairfax has a population of 24,013 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1976 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fairfax in?
Fairfax is located in Virginia, United States.
Is Fairfax the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 24 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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