Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
13%
Sterling, VA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,074
Population
31,273
Renter Mix
29% Rent
Cozy suburban city just a stone’s throw from Washington, D.C.
Commuter
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D.C.
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Suburb
Located in Northern Virginia's technology corridor, Sterling combines suburban living with convenient access to Washington D.C. The area offers various housing options throughout neighborhoods like Sterling Park, Cascades, and Countryside. One-bedroom apartments rent for $2,025 per month, while two-bedroom units average $2,436.
Claude Moore Park spans 357 acres, featuring an indoor pool, hiking trails, and athletic facilities. History buffs can explore Vestal's Gap Road within the park, a historic route dating to colonial times.
Sterling's proximity to Dulles International Airport has established it as a commercial center. The area is served by multiple public schools, and Northern Virginia Community College maintains a nearby campus. Residents have access to shopping at Dulles Town Center, while Algonkian Regional Park offers riverside recreation along the Potomac.
Sterling has evolved significantly since its dairy farming days of the 1960s, developing into a well-connected suburb that maintains its sense of community. The median household income stands at $113,808, with a population that includes 47.1% Hispanic residents.
Explore the City
Runners love the miles of trails in Potomac Lakes.
Condos and retail outlets in Cascade Overlook Town Center nera Potomac Lakes.
Burtons Grill has delicious food and the atmosphere is cozy and inviting in Sterling.
Enjoy a spectacular view and great food at Bungalow Lakehouse in Sterling neighborhood.
Enjoy a scenic hike along the streams at Millwood Pond in Sterling neighborhood.
Claude Moore Park in Sterling is great for those that love to fish.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$113,925
Average: $132,949
Education
10,219
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,263
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Sterling has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
29%
Non-Renters
71%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Sterling, VA is $1,891 for a studio, $2,079 for one bedroom, $2,512 for two bedrooms, and $3,098 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sterling has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,079/month
787 Sq Ft
House
$3,695/month
1,906 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,264/month
1,661 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Sterling, VA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
462 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
462 Students
Lowes Island Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
513 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
513 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
487 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
915 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
915 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
1,505 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
1,505 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,160 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
1,505 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
1,505 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,455 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,455 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
31 Students
School data provided by
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Claude Moore Park
- Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Trail
- Lake Newport
- Algonkian Regional Park
- Lake Anne
Military Bases
Airports
- Washington Dulles International
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.