Oakton Virginia Map

About Oakton, Virginia

Oakton is a locality in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 36,528. The population density is 1454.7 people per km². Oakton is located at 38.8809°N, 77.3008°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 22031.

Oakton rests in the verdant embrace of Northern Virginia, a landscape where the gentle slopes of the Piedmont begin their subtle ascent toward the distant Blue Ridge. It lies 2.4 miles southwest of Vienna, VA (from Vienna, VA: bearing 234°T), and is situated 7.4 miles east-northeast of Centreville. The air here often carries the clean scent of pine and damp earth, a quiet testament to the surrounding woodlands that provide a soft, green backdrop to daily life. Streams, born from higher ground, meander through the neighborhoods, their water reflecting the ever-changing Virginia sky, from the bright clarity of a summer noon to the hushed, diffused light of an autumn afternoon. This terrain, a blend of cultivated fields and wilder wooded areas, shapes the very rhythm of the place, offering a sense of both rootedness and gentle expanse. Oakton's history is a thread woven through the broader narrative of Northern Virginia, a region shaped by colonial settlement and the echoes of the Civil War, though its own specific founding is more recent, emerging from the post-World War II suburban expansion. The local economy, once tied to the agricultural roots of the broader region, has transformed dramatically, now largely driven by its proximity to the bustling tech corridor of Northern Virginia. This influx of innovation and commerce has brought a dynamic energy, yet the underlying character of Oakton retains a connection to its more pastoral origins, a place where the quiet hum of innovation coexists with the enduring appeal of neighborhood life. The local industries reflect this evolution, encompassing a range of businesses from technology firms to service providers catering to a growing population. The cultural character of Oakton is one of courteous pragmatism, a blend of Southern hospitality and the forward-looking spirit of the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. While Oakton itself may not possess universally recognized landmarks on the scale of national monuments, its appeal lies in its well-kept parks and the pleasant ambiance of its residential streets, where the late afternoon sun casts long, warm shadows. Local events often focus on community gatherings, farmers' markets, and school activities, fostering a strong sense of neighborhood connection. The influence of the wider region means that while Oakton is a distinct entity, it shares in the cultural currents of a diverse and dynamic area, reflecting the broader aspirations and activities of Northern Virginia.

About This Oakton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Oakton, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.880945, -77.300817. 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 Oakton and Fairfax County.

Detailed location data for Oakton includes the ZIP code (22124), telephone area code (703, 571), county seat of Fairfax County (Fairfax), and school district assignment (Fairfax 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 Oakton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.