Reston, Virginia
Quick Statistics
Reston is a community in Fairfax County, Virginia, home to about 64,414 people spread across 15.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $79,709 a year, and a typical home is worth about $642,000. About 76.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 10 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Reston ranks number 15 of 681 in population, number 78 in median household income, number 78 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Reston typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 23°F. The area sees roughly 19 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Herndon, VA | 2.6 mi. | 24,672 |
| 2. | Dranesville, VA | 3.5 mi. | 11,828 |
| 3. | Wolf Trap, VA | 3.5 mi. | 15,858 |
| 4. | McNair, VA | 3.6 mi. | 22,655 |
| 5. | Floris, VA | 3.7 mi. | 7,589 |
| 6. | Franklin Farm, VA | 3.8 mi. | 18,736 |
| 7. | Oak Grove, VA | 4.4 mi. | 2,408 |
| 8. | Oakton, VA | 4.8 mi. | 36,528 |
What is the population of Reston, Virginia?
Reston has a population of about 64,414 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Reston, Virginia in?
Reston is located in Fairfax County, Virginia.
What is the median home value in Reston, Virginia?
The median home value in Reston is about $642,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Reston, Virginia?
The median personal income in Reston is about $79,709 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Reston, Virginia?
Since 1950, 20 tornadoes have been recorded in Fairfax County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Reston, Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 23 degrees, with around 19 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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