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| City | McLean |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.943545 |
| Longitude | -77.192913 |
| Population | 50,773 |
| Density | 790.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 22101, 22046 |
| Area Code | 703, 571 |
| County Seat | Fairfax |
| School District | Fairfax County Public Schools |
McLean anchors a landscape defined by its inland position, far removed from any coastal influence. It lies 3.0 miles north of West Falls Church, VA (from West Falls Church, VA: bearing 7°T), and is situated 8.1 miles west-northwest of Washington. The terrain surrounding McLean reveals itself through the steady, persistent presence of Dead Run, which carves its path directly through the local topography. Four miles away, the deep, rugged cut of Mather Gorge offers a stark contrast to the quieter stretches of woodland found within the local Bryn Mawr City Park. To the west, the distant silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains marks the horizon, reminding observers of the vast, rolling expanse that defines this region. The light here at dusk possesses a singular, amber clarity that seems to sharpen the edges of the trees and quiet the air.
McLean evolved from its agricultural origins into a hub of sophisticated professional life, mirroring the broader economic shifts of the surrounding region. The local economy thrives on a complex integration of government contracting, corporate headquarters, and high-level consulting services that sustain the area’s prosperity. While the legacy of colonial-era land use remains a faint memory in the naming of streets and estates, the modern pulse of McLean is driven by technological and administrative industry. Residents often move through their days with a focus on the rapid pace of the modern professional corridor, yet the underlying rhythm remains tethered to the industrious nature of the mid-Atlantic. This economic vitality ensures that McLean remains a primary node of development, balancing the demands of global commerce with a stable, established local workforce.
Cultural life in McLean reflects a synthesis of high-achieving ambition and a quiet, suburban composure. Notable landmarks like the expansive Tysons Corner area serve as a center for regional commerce, while the local cultural scene is punctuated by community-driven events held in the green spaces of Bryn Mawr City Park. Those seeking a connection to the natural world often venture toward the Gold Mine Trail for a quiet walk through the woods. The area has counted influential figures among its long-term residents, including former First Lady Pat Nixon and the iconic humorist Art Buchwald, both of whom found a measure of privacy and presence here. Whether engaging in the seasonal festivals or finding solitude near the banks of Dead Run, the people of McLean maintain a distinct sense of place that honors both its history and its contemporary prominence.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of McLean, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.943545, -77.192913. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for McLean includes the ZIP code (22101, 22046), telephone area code (703, 571), county seat of Fairfax County (Fairfax), and school district assignment (Fairfax County Public Schools).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |