Dale City, Virginia facts for kids
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Dale City, Virginia
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Census-designated place (CDP)
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| Motto(s):
The Friendliest Little City Around
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Location in Prince William County and the state of Virginia.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Prince William |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.25 sq mi (39.0 km2) |
| • Land | 14.23 sq mi (39.0 km2) |
| • Water | 0.2 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 72,088 |
| • Density | 5,156.9/sq mi (1,881.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
22193
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| Area code(s) | 571, 703 |
| FIPS code | 51-21088 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1496866 |
Dale City is a community in Prince William County, Virginia, United States. It is a special type of place called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a community that the government counts for population, but it's not an official city or town.
Dale City is located about 25 miles (40 km) southwest of Washington, D.C.. It is considered part of Woodbridge, Virginia. In 2020, about 72,088 people lived there. The area is generally bordered by Hoadly Road, Prince William Parkway, Smoketown Road, Gideon Drive, and Cardinal Drive.
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History of Dale City
Dale City was created by a real estate developer named Cecil Don Hylton. He chose the name "Dale City" because the area has many "hills and dales," which means rolling hills. This describes the Virginia Piedmont area well.
How Dale City Started
Cecil Hylton started his career selling farm goods. Later, he began a business selling sod (grass). He used many trucks and new ways to do his work. After World War II, many new homes were needed. So, he started building houses. Over his career, he built over 22,000 homes. He also built apartments and shopping centers.
Hylton even started his own sewer company, called Dale Service Company. He also created the first cable television companies in Prince William County.
Building the Community
Hylton's company, Hylton Enterprises, began building Dale City in 1960. They started near Interstate 95 and built westward. By 1969, the first six neighborhoods were finished. Many more were added in the 1970s and 1980s.
Several places in Dale City are named after Cecil Hylton. These include C.D. Hylton High School and the Hylton Memorial Chapel. His family's company, Hylton Realty, still sells homes in the area. They also manage shopping centers and other properties. Andrew Leitch Park, a local park, was once land given to the county by Hylton's companies.
Water and Sewer Systems
Dale City was built before many other parts of eastern Prince William County. Because of this, it has its own water and sewer systems. These are separate from other nearby towns like Woodbridge. Virginia-American Water Company provides water. Since 2013, they also provide sewer service.
Historic Building
The Russell House and Store is a very old building in Dale City. It was built in the early 1800s and is located on Minnieville Road.
Communities in Dale City
The neighborhoods in Dale City are often called "communities." Each one has a name that ends in 'dale'. If you go along Dale Boulevard from east to west, the communities are generally in alphabetical order.
For example, you'll find Ashdale, Barksdale, Birchdale, Cherrydale, and so on. Most of the streets within each neighborhood also start with the same letter as the neighborhood name.
Fun Things to Do
Dale City has some cool places to visit:
- Shopping: It is close to Potomac Mills Mall. This is one of the biggest shopping malls in Northern Virginia. It is also the largest outlet mall in the United States.
- Parks: Andrew Leitch Park is located near the Nottingdale and Mapledale communities. This park has a water park, which is great for hot days!
Geography of Dale City
Dale City is located at 38°38′54″N 77°20′32″W / 38.64833°N 77.34222°W. This is its exact location on a map.
The United States Census Bureau says that Dale City covers about 15.0 square miles (39.0 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People of Dale City (Demographics)
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| 2010 | 65,969 | — | |
| 2020 | 72,088 | 9.3% | |
In 2010, the population of Dale City was 65,969 people. By 2020, it grew to 72,088 people.
Population Makeup
According to the 2010 census, here's a look at the different groups of people living in Dale City:
- 35.1% were White
- 28.8% were Black
- 7.9% were Asian
- 0.7% were Native American or Native Alaskan
- 0.2% were Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 27.2% were Hispanic or Latino (from countries like El Salvador, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Honduras, Guatemala, Peru, and Bolivia)
Many people in Dale City were born in other countries. About 31.3% of the population is foreign-born.
Households and Families
In 2006, there were about 20,866 households in Dale City. A household is a group of people living together in one home. About 17,072 of these were families.
- 47.8% of households had children under 18 living there.
- 58.7% were married couples living together.
- The average household had about 3.05 people.
Age and Income
The population in Dale City is quite young. About 29.1% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age was 31 years.
The median income for a household in Dale City was about $71,179. This means half of the households earned more than this, and half earned less. For families, the median income was about $72,021.
Local Government
Dale City is part of Virginia's 31st House of Delegates district. As of 2018, the people living there are represented by Elizabeth Guzmán.
See also
In Spanish: Dale City (Virginia) para niños
