Explore North Springfield, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | North Springfield |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.80428 |
| Longitude | -77.204704 |
| Population | 7,430 |
| Density | 1879.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 22151 |
| Area Code | 703, 571 |
| County Seat | Fairfax |
| School District | Fairfax County Public Schools |
North Springfield unfolds across a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Flag Run as it carves a path through the local terrain. It lies 1.4 miles northwest of Springfield, VA (from Springfield, VA: bearing 318°T), and is situated 8.8 miles southwest of Arlington. The regional topography remains inland and steady, maintaining a distance of forty-one miles from any coastline while the distant Blue Ridge Mountains form a faint, serrated silhouette against the western horizon. Residents often find respite at Flag Run City Park, which provides a central green space for the neighborhood to gather beneath the shifting canopy of late afternoon. Only a mile away, the waters of Lake Accotink offer a calm reflection of the sky, serving as a pivot point for the local ecology. The air here holds a crisp, terrestrial weight, far removed from the brine of the coast, as the land gradually transitions toward the subtle depression of Hybla Valley.
North Springfield developed through a series of mid-century expansions that transformed former agricultural tracts into a dense residential grid. The local economy thrives today as a vital component of the broader regional technology corridor, drawing strength from the proximity of federal agencies and private contractors. Professional life moves with a measured intensity, supported by a network of commercial hubs that anchor the daily routines of its workforce. While the area does not rely on heavy industry, it possesses a structural robustness defined by the logistical flow of the nearby transit arteries. The history of the locale is marked by this steady shift from rural quietude to a suburban engine, reflecting the wider evolution of the surrounding Piedmont landscape.
Cultural character in North Springfield is shaped by a diverse population that gathers in the shadow of the Chesapeake and Ohio Trail, a conduit for those seeking a connection to the wider regional geography. Local life is often punctuated by community events held within the confines of Flag Run City Park, where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of public interaction. While the region is home to many who contribute to the national discourse, it remains a place where individual privacy is held in high regard, and the famous figures who have passed through often prefer the quiet anonymity of the suburbs. The architectural texture of the neighborhood is varied, blending modest mid-century designs with more contemporary updates that honor the original layout. Visitors might find the atmosphere contemplative, especially during the transition of seasons when the light turns amber across the neighborhood lawns.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of North Springfield, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.80428, -77.204704. 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 North Springfield includes the ZIP code (22151), 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. |