FAQs

FAQ Regarding the Mount Vernon Magisterial District

How many people live in Mt. Vernon?

According to the last estimate by Fairfax County in 2004, approximately 116,000 people live in the Mt. Vernon Magisterial District in approximately 44,000 households.

The Mount Vernon Magisterial District is forecast to be the largest Magisterial District in Fairfax County by 2010 with a population of 154,300.

How many registered voters are there in the Mt. Vernon Magisterial District?

Typically between 68,000 and 72,000 depending upon the presidential cycle.  Also, there has been substantial voter growth in the South County area which has driven up registered voter totals substantially over the last five years.

What is a magisterial district?

With the exception of the Board Chair, each Fairfax County Supervisor represents a magisterial district. 

The Mount Vernon Magisterial District is the second largest district in Fairfax County in land area comprising 60.76 square miles, 38,860 acres, and has the third lowest population density in Fairfax County. 

Is Mount Vernon a Democratic district?

The current configuration of the Mount Vernon Magisterial District typically votes Democratic overall.  Fairfax County as a whole has been trending Democratic as well.

Tim Kaine and Jim Webb carried all but one of Mt. Vernon's 26 precincts.  Kerry-Edwards carried 17 of 26 in 2004. 

Mt. Vernon does have three non-at-large Republican representatives: Cong. Tom Davis, Sen. Jay O'Brien, and Del. Dave Albo.

FAQ Regarding Voter Registration

When is the deadline to register?

You must register to vote at least 29 days prior to the general or primary election that you would like to participate in.

What are the requirements to register to vote?

Virginia Law requires all registered voters to:

• Be a citizen of the United States;
• Be at least 18 years-old; and
• Be a resident of Virginia.

How do I register to vote?

In person, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday at the:

Fairfax County Office of Elections
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 323
Fairfax, Virginia 22035-0081
703-222-0776 phone
703-324-2205 fax
703-324-4700 for 24-hour recorded information

By mail, download a Virginia Voter Registration Application by clicking here and print or pick one up at the following sites:

Mail the application to:

Fairfax County Office of Elections
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 323
Fairfax, VA 22035-0081

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