McLean, VA Economy


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McLean, VA is located in northern Virginia and is known for its luxurious residential areas, shopping opportunities, and diverse population. The median 2 bedroom rent in McLean is $2,560 which is much higher than the US median of $1,430. Additionally, the Grocery Cost Index in McLean is 119 versus 100 in the US which indicates that it may be more expensive to buy groceries here. Notable companies/attractions in McLean include Capital One headquarters, Langley Shopping Center, and Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. There are numerous outdoor activities to take part in such as golfing at Laurel Hill Golf Club or fishing on the Potomac River. With plenty of things to do and see around town, there’s never a dull moment in McLean!

McLean has an unemployment rate of 4.6%. The US average is 6.0%.

McLean has seen the job market decrease by -5.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 36.7%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for McLean
- The Sales Tax Rate for McLean is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for McLean is 5.8%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for McLean
- The average income of a McLean resident is $115,266 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a McLean resident is $242,610 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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Over 12 years ago

McLean has superb QOL - inside the Beltway, rural feeling, easy commute to DC via nat'l parkway, influential  More

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Over 17 years ago

There are definitely four seasons here; but, the winters tend to be short and the summers  More

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Over 18 years ago

Very expensive housing here. We could never afford to buy  More

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