Newington, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Newington, Virginia
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Levelle W. Dupell Park in 2018
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Location of Newington in Fairfax County, Virginia
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 Newington, Virginia
Location in Northern Virginia
Newington, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Newington, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Fairfax |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.6 sq mi (11.9 km2) |
| • Land | 4.6 sq mi (11.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.1 km2) |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 13,223 |
| • Density | 2,844/sq mi (1,098.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
22153
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| Area code(s) | 703 |
| FIPS code | 51-55752 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1495074 |
Newington is a special kind of community in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government defines for counting people, but it's not an officially incorporated city or town.
In 2020, about 13,223 people lived in Newington. This number was a bit higher than in 2010, when there were 12,943 residents. Before 2010, Newington's population was much larger. But then, about half of its people became part of a new CDP called Newington Forest.
Even though Newington has its own ZIP code (22122) for its post office, homes and businesses in the area often use Springfield or Lorton addresses.
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Where is Newington Located?
Newington is in the southern part of Fairfax County. It's surrounded by several other communities. To the north, you'll find Springfield. To the northeast are Franconia and Kingstowne. Fort Belvoir is to the east and southeast.
To the southwest, Newington borders Lorton. Newington Forest is to the west, and West Springfield is to the northwest.
Roads and Travel
A major highway, Interstate 95, runs right through Newington. You can get onto it from Exit 166, which connects to Virginia Route 286, also known as the Fairfax County Parkway.
- To Washington, D.C.: It's about 16 miles (26 km) northeast if you take I-95 and then I-395.
- To Fredericksburg: This city is about 37 miles (60 km) to the southwest.
- Fairfax County Parkway: This road goes northwest for about 16 miles (26 km) and connects to Interstate 66 between Fairfax and Centreville.
Land and Water
Newington covers a total area of about 11.9 square kilometers (4.6 square miles). Most of this area, about 11.8 square kilometers (4.5 square miles), is land. Only a small part, about 0.1 square kilometers (0.04 square miles), is water. This means less than 1% of Newington's area is water.
Newington's History
The name "Newington" comes from an old house built in 1760. This house was originally a "glebe house," which means it was a home for a church minister. After 1767, it became a private home for the Chichester family.
Later, in 1828, the Nevitt family bought the house and a large piece of land (about 1,000 acres). They lived there until the house burned down in 1875.
The Railway Station
In April 1872, a railway station opened on the property. It was first called Long Branch Station, then Accotink, and finally Newington. This station closed in 1971. Today, a special historic marker, put up in 2005, helps people remember where it once stood.
Mount Air Plantation
Another important historical spot in Newington is the remains of the Mount Air plantation. This land was first given to Dennis McCarty in 1727. The main house at Mount Air was destroyed by fire in 1992, but you can still see its ruins. The Fairfax County Park Authority now owns these ruins and helps people learn about the site. Another historic marker was placed there in 2006.
People of Newington
Let's look at who lives in Newington, based on information from the 2020 census and the 2022 American Community Survey.
Population and Homes
In 2020, there were 13,223 people living in Newington. There were also 4,469 housing units (like houses or apartments) and 4,611 households (groups of people living together). On average, about 2,875 people lived in each square mile.
Diversity in Newington
Newington is a diverse community. Here's a look at the different groups of people living there:
- About 45.68% of residents were White.
- About 8.98% were African American.
- About 0.44% were Native American.
- About 16.96% were Asian.
- A small number, 0.08%, were Pacific Islander.
- About 6.22% were from other races.
- About 13.32% were from two or more races.
- About 16.54% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Family Life
- Most households (64.1%) were married couples.
- About 11.9% were families with a male head of household and no spouse.
- About 19.1% were families with a female head of household and no spouse.
- On average, a family household had about 3.38 people.
Age and Language
The average age in Newington was 38.3 years old.
- About 21.9% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 14.7% were 65 years old or older.
- About 36.3% of residents spoke a language other than English at home.
- About 26.6% of residents were born outside the United States. Most of these (75.9%) had become naturalized citizens.
Income and Education
- The average income for a household in Newington was about $160,243.
- For families, the average income was about $170,102.
- About 12.3% of the people living in Newington were military veterans.
- A large number, 59.4%, had a bachelor's degree or a higher degree.
- Only a small percentage (2.7%) of the population lived below the poverty line. This included 1.1% of those under 18 and 3.8% of those 65 or older.
- About 4.3% of the population did not have health insurance.
Schools and Libraries
The Fairfax County Public Schools system is in charge of the public schools in the county, including those that serve Newington.
For reading and learning, the Fairfax County Public Library operates the Kingstowne Library, which is available to residents.
Newington's Climate
Newington has a climate with hot and humid summers. The winters are generally cool to cold, and there is some snowfall. Big snowstorms are not common but can happen. During the summer, thunderstorms are very frequent.
According to a system that classifies climates, Newington has a "humid subtropical climate." This means it gets plenty of rain and has warm temperatures for much of the year.
See also
In Spanish: Newington (Virginia) para niños
