The Plains
Town in Fauquier County, Virginia

The Plains is a town in Fauquier County, Virginia, with 245 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 610 ft (186 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Marshall, 3.4 miles W.
- 245residents (2020 Census)
- 610 ftelevation · 186 m
- 0.3 sq miland area · 0.7 km²
- 887 / sq mipopulation density
- 20198ZIP code
About The Plains
The Plains is a small incorporated town in Fauquier County, Virginia, United States. The population was 245 as of the 2020 census, up from 217 at the 2010 census. It is centered on the intersection of VA 55 (John Marshall Highway) and VA 245 (Old Tavern Road). The town of The Plains is situated off I-66. As of November 2024, the mayor of The Plains is Lori Sisson.
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Living in The Plains
- Median household income
- $84,375
- Median home value
- $555,600
- Median rent
- $1,323/mo
- Median age
- 45.6
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The Plains had 245 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 245 |
|---|---|
| Density | 887 per sq mi (343 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
The Plains at a glance
| State | Virginia (VA) |
|---|---|
| County | Fauquier County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 245 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.28 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 610 ft (186 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.8622° N, 77.7742° W |
| ZIP code | 20198 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5178192 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near The Plains
- Marshall3.4 mi W
- Rectortown6.0 mi NW
- Bull Run Mountain Estates6.6 mi NE
- Middleburg7.8 mi N
- Haymarket8.2 mi SE
- Gainesville8.6 mi SE
- New Baltimore9.2 mi S
- Warrenton10.2 mi S
- Aldie10.4 mi NE
- Upperville10.7 mi NW
- Stone Ridge12.5 mi E
- Linton Hall12.9 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about The Plains
What county is The Plains in?
The Plains is in Fauquier County, Virginia.
What is the population of The Plains, VA?
245 people lived in The Plains at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of The Plains, VA?
The ZIP code of The Plains is 20198.
What is the elevation of The Plains?
610 feet (186 m) above sea level.
What towns are near The Plains?
Marshall (3.4 mi), Rectortown (6.0 mi), Bull Run Mountain Estates (6.6 mi), Middleburg (7.8 mi), Haymarket (8.2 mi).
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