Woodlawn Virginia Map

About Woodlawn, Virginia

Woodlawn is a locality in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 21,194. The population density is 3681.3 people per km². Woodlawn is located at 38.7168°N, 77.1328°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 22309.

Woodlawn unfolds across a landscape of gentle, rolling terrain, where the verdant tapestry of mature trees, predominantly oaks and maples, casts a dappled shade over the winding roads. It lies 5.8 miles south-south-east of Springfield, VA (from Springfield, VA: bearing 150°T), and is situated 7.6 miles south-west of Alexandria. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a faint, earthy sweetness, a blend of damp soil and the subtle perfume of distant honeysuckle, a sensory whisper that clings to the humid Virginia air. Here, the sky often seems a vast, pale blue canvas, occasionally brushed with wisps of cloud, above homes that sit back from the road, their porches inviting quiet contemplation. The land itself breathes with a subtle resilience, a character shaped by the slow, deliberate passage of seasons rather than dramatic upheaval, giving Woodlawn a peaceful, almost pastoral demeanor. Historically, this region was part of the agricultural heartland of Northern Virginia, its fertile soil yielding crops that once sustained families and contributed to the local economy. While the agricultural roots remain, Woodlawn has gracefully evolved, embracing its role as a vibrant residential enclave within the broader Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Its proximity to the nation's capital has influenced its development, attracting a diverse population drawn to its blend of suburban tranquility and accessible urban amenities. The legacy of its past can still be felt in the enduring charm of older homes and the quiet dignity of its established neighborhoods, a subtle echo of earlier times in the rhythm of modern life.

About This Woodlawn Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Woodlawn, Virginia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Woodlawn and Fairfax County.

Detailed location data for Woodlawn includes the ZIP code (24153), telephone area code (540, 703, 571), county seat of Fairfax County (Fairfax), and school district assignment (Carroll County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Woodlawn is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.