Bon Air Virginia Map

About Bon Air, Virginia

Bon Air is a locality in Arlington County, Virginia, United States. Bon Air is located at 38.8732°N, 77.1266°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 23235.

Bon Air, a name that whispers of pleasant breezes, unfolds across a landscape gently sculpted by the Potomac's ancient embrace. It lies 2.6 miles west-south-west of Arlington, VA (from Arlington, VA: bearing 243°T), and is situated 5.1 miles west-south-west of Washington. Rolling hills, softened by a verdant cloak of mature trees, define its terrain, their slopes descending towards the languid curves of the river's tributary streams. The air here carries a particular stillness, especially in the late afternoon, when sunlight filters through the canopy in gilded shafts, illuminating the quiet dignity of its residential streets. These thoroughfares, lined with homes that range from modest bungalows to more imposing structures, possess a character that is both established and welcoming, a testament to decades of quiet growth and communal spirit. This locality, once part of a broader agricultural expanse, found its modern identity intertwined with the burgeoning needs of a nation finding its footing. Its proximity to Washington D.C. fostered a development driven by the desire for suburban tranquility, attracting those who sought respite from the capital's clamor while remaining connected to its pulse. The economic engine of Bon Air has long been fueled by its residents' professional lives, many of whom contribute to the federal government, academia, and the region's diverse service industries. While no single grand monument dominates its skyline, the true landmarks of Bon Air are its well-maintained parks, its friendly neighborhood shops, and the enduring sense of place that has taken root and flourished, much like the sturdy oaks that stand sentinel over its green spaces.

About This Bon Air Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Bon Air, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.873168, -77.126646. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Bon Air and Arlington County.

Detailed location data for Bon Air includes the ZIP code (22205), telephone area code (703, 571, 804), county seat of Arlington County, and school district assignment (Chesterfield County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bon Air is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.