McNair Virginia Map
Explore McNair, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of McNair, Virginia
| City | McNair |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.9513 |
| Longitude | -77.4115 |
| Population | 21,598 |
| Density | 4083.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 20171 |
| Area Code | 571, 703 |
| County Seat | Fairfax |
| School District | Fairfax County Public Schools |
About McNair, Virginia
McNair is a locality in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 21,598. The population density is 4083.8 people per km². McNair is located at 38.9513°N, 77.4115°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20171.McNair occupies a quiet expanse of Northern Virginia where the land transitions into a steady, industrious rhythm. It lies 1.9 miles southwest of Herndon, VA (from Herndon, VA: bearing 227°T), and is situated 7.7 miles north of Centreville. The terrain features a gentle, undulating topography that defines the local horizon, far removed from any coastal influence. Within the boundaries of the Arrowbrook Wetlands Park, the landscape remains a protected sanctuary of grasses and local flora. Frying Pan Branch meanders through the periphery, providing a singular, persistent water source that anchors the local ecosystem. On clear, crisp days, the distant silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains marks the western limit of the view, standing as a silent sentinel over the plains.
McNair emerged as a modern hub of commerce, shifting from its earlier agricultural roots into a center of high-technology and aerospace enterprise. The local economy thrives on the intellectual labor of engineers and planners who navigate the dense corporate corridors that define the regional identity. While the Conway-Robinson Memorial State Forest remains a quiet, wooded retreat fourteen miles away, the immediate surroundings favor organized development and professional focus. Modern office complexes stand where fields once stretched toward the horizon, reflecting a transition toward a fast-paced, globalized workspace. The influence of the nearby aviation industry shapes the daily experience, creating a unique atmosphere of movement and technological precision.
McNair maintains a character defined by its blend of professional intensity and suburban accessibility. Residents often look toward the Potomac Heritage Trail for recreation, finding a path that connects them to the broader regional history. Although The Glade sits five miles away, it serves as a subtle reminder of the natural depressions that carve through the local geology. The local culture prioritizes convenience and efficiency, yet the quality of light at dusk across the open spaces brings a moment of stillness to an otherwise busy environment. While Dulles Airport Pond remains a small, localized water feature two miles from the center, it contributes to the specific geography of a place that balances industry with open, maintained land.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Ox Road Ford Remnants (Historic Ruins) — 0.5 mi, 291° W
- Mosby's Rock (Historic Ruins) — 0.5 mi, 216° SW
- Frying Pan City Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 184° S
- AMC Worldgate 9 (Cinema) — 0.7 mi, 055° NE
- Andrew Gooden (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 284° W
- Horsepen Run Stream Valley Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 221° SW
- Tournament Rec Area (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 113° SE
- Colts Brook Rec Area (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 110° E
- Battle of Rock Hill Memorial Fire Hydrant (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 355° N
- NextStop Theatre Backstage (Theatre) — 2.0 mi, 080° E
- Reston Community Players - Rehearsal Hall (Theatre) — 2.1 mi, 079° E
- Buoyant Force (Public Artwork) — 2.7 mi, 080° E
- LOOK Cinemas (Cinema) — 2.9 mi, 080° E
- 1964 Tower (Viewpoint) — 4.0 mi, 074° E
- Robert E Simon (Monument) — 4.0 mi, 072° E
- Pupatella Car (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 091° E
- Combine Slide (Attraction) — 6.3 mi, 222° SW
- Cowabunga Slide (Attraction) — 6.3 mi, 223° SW
- Miners Slide (Attraction) — 6.4 mi, 222° SW
- National Firearms Museum (Museum) — 7.3 mi, 146° SE
- Kiln & Custard (Arts Centre) — 8.5 mi, 113° SE
- Bells Bird Sanctuary Park (Nature Reserve) — 8.9 mi, 141° SE
- George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 10.4 mi, 084° E · 2,795 acres
- Seneca Creek State Park (State Park) — 10.8 mi, 023° NE
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 26.1 mi, 306° NW · 110k acres
- Shenandoah National Park (National Park) — 40.4 mi, 260° W · 197k acres
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About This McNair Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of McNair, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.9513, -77.4115. 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 McNair includes the ZIP code (20171), telephone area code (571, 703), 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. |
