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GreatSchools Rating: 8 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Fairfax's rating is based on its public schools' test results; 10 is best. Learn more

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Frost Middle School
Greenbriar West Elementary School
Laurel Ridge Elementary School
Mantua Elementary School
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What's it like to live in Fairfax?

FairfaxVirginiaU.S.
Median household income $85,391 $62,633 $50,935
Median home price $355,100 $213,200 $152,300
Cost of living (% of national avg)143% 109% 100%
Unemployment 6% 6% 9%
Violent crime index (1 is lowest)324
Days per year with some sun: 198
Days per year with some precipitation: 116		More about this data
Source: Sperling's Best Places
Population: 22,565
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