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Centreville Virginia Map

Explore Centreville, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Centreville, Virginia

How to Use This Centreville, Virginia Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Centreville, Virginia. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Virginia or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Centreville.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Centreville
State	Virginia (VA)
County	Fairfax County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	38.84065
Longitude	-77.438462
Population	73,518
Density	2377.9 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	23117, 20120
Area Code	804, 571, 703
County Seat	Fairfax
School District	Fairfax County Public Schools

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About Centreville, Virginia

Centreville is a locality in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 73,518. The population density is 2377.9 people per km². Centreville is located at 38.8406°N, 77.4385°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 23117, 20120.

Centreville occupies a distinct position within the gently undulating landscape of the Virginia Piedmont, where the horizon is defined by the distant, hazy silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains far to the west. It lies 3.7 miles west-southwest of Fair Oaks, VA (from Fair Oaks, VA: bearing 241°T), and is situated 9.1 miles west-northwest of Burke. The physical character of Centreville is defined by its inland geography, characterized by a terrestrial expanse far removed from any coastal influence, where the air remains crisp and free of the maritime humidity found elsewhere. The terrain here transitions into the broad, ancient geological formations of the Culpeper Basin, providing a solid, clay-rich foundation for the local woodlands. Nearby, the quiet progress of Little Rocky Run carves its path through the soil, serving as a vital natural artery, while the broader, placid waters of the Occoquan Reservoir offer a reflective expanse for the surrounding flora.

Historical development in Centreville began as a crossroads settlement, evolving from a simple intersection of transit routes into a permanent fixture of the regional landscape. The area served as a strategic point during the long, turbulent years of the nineteenth century, leaving behind a legacy of memory that persists in the quiet corners of the terrain. Development in Centreville was tethered to the movement of people and resources, reflecting a shift from agricultural origins toward a more complex, modern settlement pattern. Even today, the presence of Historic Centerville Park acts as a tangible anchor, preserving the physical vestiges of earlier eras for those who walk its paths and consider the slow passage of time across the Virginia plains.

Economic activity in Centreville is driven by a robust integration into the regional tech corridor, supporting a population that balances professional commitments with the requirements of a growing infrastructure. While the local economy is characterized by service-oriented industries and commercial centers, the proximity to major transit arteries facilitates a steady movement of goods and commuters. Infrastructure in Centreville is designed to accommodate the rhythms of a modern workforce, with schools and public facilities forming the skeletal structure of daily life. Though higher education institutions are primarily located in neighboring jurisdictions, the residents of Centreville benefit from an educational environment that emphasizes technical literacy and professional advancement, ensuring the locality remains a functional, well-connected participant in the wider regional economy.

Cultural life in Centreville is marked by a blend of suburban tradition and the pursuit of leisure, often centered around the community’s shared recreational spaces and seasonal gatherings. While major professional athletic franchises operate from the larger metropolitan centers nearby, the residents of Centreville find their own rhythm in local youth sports and community-led festivals that celebrate the turn of the seasons. The nearby Conway-Robinson Memorial State Forest provides a sanctuary of dense, quiet woodland for those seeking a reprieve from the pace of modern professional life. Landmarks throughout Centreville serve as quiet reminders of the past, and while the locality is not defined by the fame of its individual residents, it remains a place where the collective identity is shaped by the subtle, changing light of the seasons as they pass over the woods and fields.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Rocky Run Stream Valley Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 349° N
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 009° N
Lanes Mill Ruins (Viewpoint) — 1.3 mi, 232° SW
Seniors 2020 Rock (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 127° SE
Bull Run Special Events Center (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 222° SW
Battle of Blackburn's Ford (1861) (Registered Battlefield) — 2.6 mi, 193° S
Girl with Dog (Public Artwork) — 3.0 mi, 062° NE
Elklick Woodlands State Natural Area Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.2 mi, 292° W
Colonel John Singleton Mosby (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 001° N
Yellow Chair Meeting Point (Attraction) — 4.0 mi, 316° NW
Kearny and Stevens Monuments (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 065° NE
Cox Mountain Slide (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 316° NW
Miners Slide (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 316° NW
Regal Fairfax Towne Center 10 (Cinema) — 4.3 mi, 064° NE
Union Mills Historic Site (Historic Ruins) — 4.3 mi, 162° S
Robinson House (Historic Ruins) — 4.6 mi, 251° W
National Firearms Museum (Museum) — 5.7 mi, 074° E
Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 6.5 mi, 196° S
Antique Railroad Cars (Museum) — 6.5 mi, 197° S
University Mall Theatres (Theatre) — 6.8 mi, 099° E
Brawner Farm (Registered Battlefield) — 7.1 mi, 254° W
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 14.7 mi, 054° NE · 2,795 acres
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 16.8 mi, 142° SE · 1,268 acres
Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 19.3 mi, 137° SE · 2,944 acres
Shenandoah National Park (National Park) — 38.3 mi, 271° W · 197k acres

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