ZIP Code 22042: Falls Church, Virginia
ZIP code 22042 covers part or all of Falls Church in Fairfax County, Virginia. Its reference point is at latitude 38.8635 and longitude -77.1939 (38°51'48.6"N 77°11'38.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 22042
Falls Church, VA has 7 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 22042, they include 22040, 22041, 22043, 22044, 22046, 22047.
Across Fairfax County there are 78 ZIP codes listed, and Virginia has 1,356 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 22046 in Falls Church, VA, about 1.7 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 22042 |
|---|---|
| City | Falls Church |
| County | Fairfax County |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Latitude | 38.8635 |
| Longitude | -77.1939 |
| DMS | 38°51'48.6"N 77°11'38.0"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 22046 (Falls Church, 1.7 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 22042
Map centered on 38.8635, -77.1939. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Falls Church, VA
Driving Tour of Falls Church, Virginia | 4K City Drive 2025 — by Life is Like a Song · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 22042
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 22042, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 22042, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Merrifield, VA (2.2 mi west), Annandale, VA (2.5 mi southwest) and Dunn Loring, VA (2.7 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Merrifield, VA – 2.2 mi west
- Annandale, VA – 2.5 mi southwest
- Dunn Loring, VA – 2.7 mi northwest
- Arlington, VA – 2.8 mi northeast
- Vienna, VA – 3.8 mi northwest
- Fairfax, VA – 3.8 mi west
- Alexandria, VA – 3.9 mi southeast
- Springfield, VA – 4.1 mi south
Schools Near Falls Church, VA
If you are moving to ZIP code 22042, check the school district serving Falls Church and Fairfax County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Merrifield and Annandale can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 22042.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Falls Church. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 22042 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Falls Church, VA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 22042 may also use facilities in nearby Merrifield, Annandale and Dunn Loring.
Shopping and Dining in Falls Church
For places to eat and shop near Falls Church, VA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 22042.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Falls Church, Virginia can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 22042.
To research local history, try searching for Fairfax County records and archives along with the name Falls Church.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 22042, Merrifield lies about 2.2 mi to the west, Annandale lies about 2.5 mi to the southwest, Dunn Loring lies about 2.7 mi to the northwest, Arlington lies about 2.8 mi to the northeast and Vienna lies about 3.8 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Falls Church show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 22042
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Driving Tour of Falls Church, Virginia | 4K City Drive 2025” by Life is Like a Song, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 22042 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.