Explore Tysons, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Tysons |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.918722 |
| Longitude | -77.231092 |
| Population | 26,374 |
| Density | 2387.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 22182, 22102 |
| Area Code | 703, 571 |
| County Seat | Fairfax |
| School District | Fairfax County Public Schools |
Tysons serves as a distinctive anchor of the Northern Virginia landscape, defined by its position upon the rolling Piedmont plateau. It lies 3.0 miles west of Fairfax Station, VA (from Fairfax Station, VA: bearing 266°T), and is situated 3.9 miles southeast of Centreville. The character of the land here remains defined by the subtle descent toward the Old Courthouse Spring Branch, which quietly marks the terrain just a mile from the primary commercial zones. The influence of the Blue Ridge Mountains manifests only as a distant, hazy indigo line upon the horizon, reminding observers of the vast inland expanse. Nearby, the natural depression of Mather Gorge provides a rugged contrast to the suburban density, while the quiet waters of Spring Lake remain a local touchpoint. Sunlight often catches the glass facades of the skyline, casting long, sharp shadows over the surrounding woodlands that persist in pockets near Freedom Hill City Park.
Agricultural roots once defined the soil of Tysons, which grew from a simple crossroads into a formidable center of global commerce. The local economy shifted from rural cultivation to a dense concentration of corporate headquarters, technology firms, and financial services that drive the regional pace. This transformation brought a rapid evolution in infrastructure, replacing traditional farming plots with high-density office towers and interconnected transit hubs. Despite the heavy focus on industry, the legacy of the Old Dominion persists in the professional rigor applied to the modern corporate landscape. Today, Tysons functions as an economic engine, maintaining a relentless momentum that mirrors the broader aspirations of the surrounding region.
The cultural identity of Tysons centers on its reputation as a sophisticated intersection of commerce and cosmopolitan living. Residents and travelers alike frequent the prominent shopping centers that serve as the primary social landmarks, acting as the modern equivalent of a central square. Those seeking outdoor respite often venture toward the Gold Mine Trail for a brief escape into the quietude of the woods. While the area lacks the deep, colonial-era historical markers found in older nearby settlements, it possesses a modern vitality that attracts a diverse, international population. Notable figures like the esteemed journalist Bob Woodward have long maintained connections to the wider region, reflecting the intellectual seriousness that permeates the local atmosphere.
Loading news…
Loading news-world…
Loading news-world…
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Tysons, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.918722, -77.231092. 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 Tysons includes the ZIP code (22182, 22102), 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. |