Explore Woodburn, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Woodburn |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| County | Fairfax County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.849429 |
| Longitude | -77.226507 |
| Population | 8,797 |
| Density | 1216.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 20175, 22031 |
| Area Code | 571, 703 |
| County Seat | Fairfax |
| School District | Fairfax County Public Schools |
Woodburn occupies a quiet expanse of the Piedmont landscape, defined by the persistent flow of Accotink Creek as it carves a path through the local terrain. It lies 1.9 miles south-southwest of Merrifield, VA (from Merrifield, VA: bearing 195°T), and is situated 8.7 miles west-southwest of Arlington. This inland geography features a gentle topography where the earth rises into modest swells, far removed from the distant, hazy silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains on the western horizon. Residents often find solace in the Accotink Stream Valley Park, which provides a verdant buffer of protected woodland right at their doorstep. A short distance away, the quiet waters of Lake Accotink offer a reflective surface that mirrors the changing colors of the sky. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and mature hardwoods, grounding the daily experience of Woodburn in the steady, rhythmic cycles of the seasons.
Woodburn grew from the steady expansion of the regional economy, shifting over time from agricultural roots to the professional demands of the modern corridor. Early settlers favored the fertile soil and the reliable presence of Accotink Creek to support their modest homesteads and small-scale timber operations. As the years passed, the local focus transitioned toward the diverse service industries and corporate sectors that now define the professional landscape of this part of Virginia. While the pace of change has been significant, the underlying structure remains tied to the infrastructure that connects Woodburn to the broader regional network. The current economy relies on a blend of specialized commerce and residential development, creating a stable foundation that persists through shifting market trends.
Cultural life in Woodburn reflects a quiet, observant character that values the intersection of traditional regional hospitality and contemporary progress. The community maintains a strong identity, often centered around the shared stewardship of local natural assets like the Accotink Stream Valley Park. Though the area is largely residential, the proximity to the Chesapeake and Ohio Trail offers an accessible path for those who seek to engage with the wider natural history of the region. Notable figures have occasionally passed through these lands, yet the true strength of Woodburn lies in its focus on the everyday connections between neighbors. Evenings often bring a stillness that highlights the simple, unadorned beauty of the landscape, leaving residents to appreciate the quietude that defines their daily lives.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Woodburn, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.849429, -77.226507. 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 Woodburn includes the ZIP code (20175, 22031), 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. |