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Merrifield
  • Suburb in Virginia

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  3. Housing
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  4. Nightlife
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  5. Good for Families
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  6. Diversity
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  7. Jobs
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  8. Weather
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  9. Cost of Living
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  10. Health & Fitness
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  11. Outdoor Activities
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  12. Commute
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Merrifield is a suburb of Washington, D.C. with a population of 19,075. Merrifield is in Fairfax County and is one of the best places to live in Virginia. Living in Merrifield offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Merrifield there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Merrifield and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Merrifield are highly rated.

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About Merrifield...
Population
19,075

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$519,200
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$2,160
National
$1,163
Area Feel
Urban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    62%
  • Own
    38%
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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
grade unavailable
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    No data available  
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    No data available  
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    No data available  
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    No data available  
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    No data available  
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    No data available  
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    No data available  
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    11%
  • 10-17 years
    5%
  • 18-24 years
    9%
  • 25-34 years
    29%
  • 35-44 years
    20%
  • 45-54 years
    10%
  • 55-64 years
    8%
  • 65+ years
    8%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    42%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    37%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    9%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    6%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    6%
    national  11%

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