Merrifield, Virginia facts for kids
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Merrifield, Virginia
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A church in Merrifield
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Location of Merrifield in Fairfax County, Virginia
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 Merrifield, Virginia
Location in Northern Virginia
Merrifield, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Merrifield, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Fairfax |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.72 sq mi (7.05 km2) |
| • Land | 2.71 sq mi (7.03 km2) |
| • Water | 0.008 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 20,488 |
| • Density | 5,602/sq mi (2,163.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 703 |
| FIPS code | 51-51192 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1493280 |
Merrifield is a special type of community called a census-designated place (CDP). It is located in Fairfax County, Virginia, in the United States. In 2020, about 20,488 people lived there.
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Exploring Merrifield's Location
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Merrifield is found in the eastern part of Fairfax County. It is about 13 miles (21 km) east of downtown Washington, D.C..
- To the north, you'll find I-66.
- The Capital Beltway is on its eastern side.
- Arlington Boulevard (U.S. Route 50) forms its southern border.
- Nutley Street (Virginia State Highway 243) is on its western side.
Merrifield is surrounded by several other communities. These include Oakton to the west and the town of Vienna to the north. It also borders Dunn Loring, Idylwood, and West Falls Church.
The total area of Merrifield is about 7.0 square kilometers (2.7 square miles). Only a very small part of this area, about 0.02 square kilometers (0.0077 square miles), is water.
Who Lives in Merrifield?
This section shares information about the people living in Merrifield. This data comes from the 2020 census.
Population and Diversity
In 2020, Merrifield had 20,488 residents. The community is very diverse.
- About 42.85% of residents were White.
- Around 6.61% were African American.
- About 31.26% were Asian.
- About 15.10% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
- Many people, 49.7%, speak a language other than English at home.
- About 43.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
Households and Families
There were 9,121 households in Merrifield.
- About 44.6% of households were married couples.
- The average family household had about 2.87 people.
Age and Education
The average age of people in Merrifield was 33.8 years old.
- About 17.2% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 7.5% were 65 years or older.
- A large number of adults, 79.3%, had a bachelor's degree or higher.
The median income for a household was $134,022. This means half of the households earned more than this amount, and half earned less.
Learning in Merrifield
Fairfax County Public Schools is in charge of the public schools in the area. The main office for these schools, called the Gatehouse Administration Center, is located right in Merrifield.
Merrifield's Economy
Merrifield has a special area called the Mosaic District. This is a modern complex with shops, restaurants, and homes. It is designed to feel like a busy downtown area.
See also
In Spanish: Merrifield (Virginia) para niños
