A Diverse Region Next Door to D.C.

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Minutes from the nation’s capital, Fairfax County is the most diverse region in Virginia with more than 51 percent of the population identifying as Asian, African-American or another race.

With 1.1 million residents, the region’s growing population is one of the main reasons for the region’s dynamic economy. Since the 2010 Census, Fairfax County’s population grew at 8.7 percent compared to Virginia’s 10.2 percent growth rate. With a median household income for county residents at $145,164, the county ranks as the seventh-richest county in the nation.

The diversity, growth and highly educated talent pool ensures that companies can find the people and skills needed to drive innovation forward.

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David Kelley

David Kelley

Director, National Business Investment

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Rankings & Facts

37.8%

Residents who speak a language other than English

51.1%

Population that identifies as Asian, African-American or other race

39.4

Median age

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November 8, 2024

Honoring Our Veterans + Weekly Business News Digest

November 8, 2024

Honoring Our Veterans + Weekly Business News Digest

Join Us to Help Veterans Catapult Their Careers in Northern Virginia In honor of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11, Fairfax County Economic Development Authority proudly highlights the Total Military […]
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November 4, 2024

CMC Electronics to Invest $5 million to Establish New Office and R&D Facility in Fairfax County; CHEMTREC Opens New HQ in Fairfax County + Weekly Business News Digest

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CMC Electronics to Invest $5 million to Establish New Office and R&D Facility in Fairfax County; CHEMTREC Opens New HQ in Fairfax County + Weekly Business News Digest

CMC Electronics, a Leading Avionics Manufacturer, to Invest $5 million to Establish New Office and R&D Facility in Fairfax County Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on November 1 that CMC Electronics, […]
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November 1, 2024

CMC Electronics, a Leading Avionics Manufacturer, to Invest $5 million to Establish New Office and R&D Facility in Fairfax County

November 1, 2024

CMC Electronics, a Leading Avionics Manufacturer, to Invest $5 million to Establish New Office and R&D Facility in Fairfax County

Fairfax County, Virginia (November 1, 2024) – Earlier today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that CMC Electronics, a leading global avionics manufacturer headquartered in Montreal, Canada, will invest $5 million to […]
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