Arlington County Map, Virginia
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Arlington County, Virginia
Arlington County is right across the Potomac from Washington D.C. It’s the smallest self-governing county in the U.S.. The Pentagon calls Arlington home, as does the famous Arlington National Cemetery.
This place is a hub for young professionals and politicos. The Rosslyn-Ballston corridor is full of high-rises and busy streets. But you’ll also find quiet neighborhoods with tree-lined streets.
Arlington has a great food scene, from fancy restaurants to hole-in-the-walls. The county takes pride in its extensive bike trail network. It’s super easy to get around You get all the perks of being near the nation’s capital, with a slightly more relaxed vibe. It’s urban living with a dash of small-town feel.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Arlington County |
| County Seat | Arlington |
| Population | Approximately 243,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Arlington, Rosslyn, Ballston, Crystal City, Pentagon City |
| Interstates and Highways | I-66, I-395, US-50, VA-110 |
| FIPS Code | 51-013 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 26 sq mi (Land: 26 sq mi; Water: 0 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Fairfax County (Northwest), Falls Church City (West), Alexandria City (South) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Virginia |
| Coordinates | 38.8783° N, 77.1054° W |
| Etymology | Named after Arlington House, the home of Robert E. Lee |
| Major Landmarks | Arlington National Cemetery, The Pentagon, Theodore Roosevelt Island |
| Website | Arlington County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Arlington County Topographic Map
Arlington County is mostly flat to gently sloping, sitting in the Potomac River basin. What stands out is the subtle rise toward Potomac Overlook Regional Park, which sits along the river. But here it’s mostly urban terrain. Take a close look with our zoom tool below.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Arlington County Road Map
Even though Arlington is compact, it’s packed with roads. Interstate 66 runs right through, along with multiple U.S. routes. George Washington Memorial Parkway runs along south bank of the Potomac River and it connects to dozens of parks along the way.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Arlington County Satellite Map
Our satellite shows Arlington County dense with buildings, roads, and traffic. Green space is scattered but visible. It has parks, cemeteries, and golf courses that break up the gray. The Potomac River defines the eastern edge with the airport runway visible in the southeast corner.
OUTLINE MAP
Arlington County Blank Map
Arlington County is small, almost rectangular, but not quite. The eastern border is formed by the Potomac River, separating Arlington from Washington, D.C. The lines are sharp and mostly straight on the other sides. With just over 26 square miles, it’s Virginia’s smallest county by land.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 3 neighboring counties of Arlington County:
Virginia County Map
The original cool. Virginia’s 95 counties mix old-school roots with mountain roads with Civil War footsteps. One county’s got peanuts, another has presidents. Some lean country, others lean capital.