Demographics

As of the 2020 Census, Manassas Park City, VA, has a population of approximately 17,478. The median age is 34.6 years, with 50.1% male and 49.9% female residents. Racial and ethnic composition is 42.7% White, 14.4% Black or African American, 8.9% Asian, and 29.2% Hispanic or Latino of any race, reflecting the city’s diverse community.

Elections

Manassas Park City, VA, had 9,197 registered voters as of November 2022. The city conducts local, state, and federal elections, including city council and school board races. In the 2020 presidential election, 65.5% voted Democratic, 32.5% Republican. Polling locations include Manassas Park Community Center and City Hall. Key issues are school funding and infrastructure. Elections are managed by the Manassas Park Office of Voter Registration; major parties are Democratic and Republican. Turnout in recent general elections averaged 66%. For more info, visit the city’s Voter Registration & Elections Office website.

Education, Employment and Housing

Manassas Park City County, VA, has four public schools, including Manassas Park High School. The high school graduation rate is approximately 89%, and about 28% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district’s average school quality score is 6/10 per GreatSchools. Manassas Park schools offer various educational programs, including STEM and Advanced Placement, with a strong focus on safety—incidents are below the state average. Adult education opportunities are available through community partnerships, supporting workforce development.

Manassas Park City, VA, had an unemployment rate of about 2.6% in 2023. Major industries include Educational Services, Health Care & Social Assistance (23%), Retail Trade (13%), and Public Administration (12%). The most common occupations are Office & Administrative Support (16%), Sales (10%), and Management (9%). Over 92% of residents commute out of the city for work, with a median commute time of 36 minutes, primarily to Fairfax, Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas. Public transportation use is approximately 6%, while 83% drive alone.

Manassas Park City, VA, features a homeownership rate of about 69% and a median home value around $410,000 as of 2024. The median rent is approximately $2,100 per month. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes and townhouses, with newer developments in neighborhoods like Blooms Crossing. Property values have increased by nearly 5% year-over-year, reflecting a strong market. The city’s real estate tax rate is $1.65 per $100 of assessed value, making it higher than the regional average. Residents benefit from convenient access to schools, parks, and commuter routes.

County Crime & Safety

Manassas Park City, VA, reports a moderate crime rate compared to state and national averages. In 2022, the city recorded a violent crime rate of 1.98 per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 16.8 per 1,000, both lower than Virginia's average. The police department actively promotes community policing, resulting in a 10% decrease in overall crimes reported from 2021 to 2022. Most incidents involve property offenses, with burglary and theft being the most common. Residents generally consider Manassas Park City a safe community, with emergency services easily accessible and timely in reporting incidents.