City of Falls Church, Virginia
Quick answer: The City of Falls Church is an independent city in Virginia. Its estimated population in 2025 was 15,159, up 3.4% since 2020. It covers about 2 square miles of land.
| Type | independent city |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1733 |
| Population, 2025 estimate | 15,159 |
| Population, 2020 estimate | 14,677 |
| Change 2020–2025 | 3.3% |
| Rank by population in Virginia | 99 of 133 |
Overview
The City of Falls Church is one of Virginia's 38 independent cities. In Virginia, an independent city is not part of any county; it runs its own local government, courts and schools.[1] Its founding date is recorded as 1733.[2] The name comes from The Falls Church.[2]
Population of Falls Church
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population of the City of Falls Church at 15,159 in July 2025, up 3.4% from the April 2020 base of 14,657.[1] That made it 99th of Virginia's 133 counties and independent cities by population. It ranked 47th for growth since 2020.[1]
From 2020 to 2025 the Census Bureau counted about 841 births and 647 deaths, a natural increase of 194.[1] More people moved away to other parts of the United States than moved in. Net domestic migration was -125. Moves from abroad added 433.[1]
Geography
The City of Falls Church covers 2.0 square miles of land and 0.0 square miles of water.[3] By land area it ranks 133rd of 133 in Virginia.[3] It had about 7,409 people per square mile in 2025, so it is one of the more densely settled places in the state. Its geographic center lies near 38.88° N, 77.18° W.[3]
The city borders Arlington County and Fairfax County.[4]
Frequently asked questions
Is Falls Church in a county?
No. Falls Church is an independent city, so it is not part of any county.
What is the population of the City of Falls Church?
About 15,159 people in 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
How big is the City of Falls Church?
About 2 square miles of land, plus 0.0 square miles of water.
References
- [1] U.S. Census Bureau, County Population Totals and Components of Change: 2020-2025 (Vintage 2025) – last checked 11/08/2026
- [2] Wikidata, Falls Church city, Virginia (open data, CC0) – last checked 11/08/2026
- [3] U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 Gazetteer Files: Counties – last checked 11/08/2026
- [4] U.S. Census Bureau, County Adjacency File (2024) – last checked 11/08/2026
Official website: www.fallschurchva.gov
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