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McLean, Virginia Ranks Among America's Wealthiest Suburbs — And Has for a Decade

Posted by Chris Colgan on July 1st, 2026

McLean has held a spot in the top 10 wealthiest suburbs in the United States for at least 10 consecutive years, according to new data from GOBankingRates. Here's what the numbers say — and what they mean for the Northern Virginia real estate market.

A new study from GOBankingRates ranks McLean, Virginia as the 9th wealthiest suburb in the United States in 2026, with an average household income of $379,689 and an average home value of $1,701,866. Ten years ago, McLean ranked 6th on the same list — with an average household income of $265,588 and an average home value of $1,114,889.

Those numbers tell a story that Northern Virginia real estate professionals have been living for years: McLean is not a flash in the pan. It is one of the most durably…

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McLean-Based Acentra Health Named to NVTC Tech 100 — A Major Win for Northern Virginia Health Tech

Posted by Chris Colgan on January 9th, 2026

Northern Virginia’s reputation as one of the country’s most important technology hubs continues to grow — and this week, a McLean-based company added another reason why.

Acentra Health, a technology-enabled healthcare solutions company headquartered in McLean, Virginia, has been named to the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) Tech 100 list, one of the region’s most competitive and respected technology recognitions.

This isn’t just a nice headline. It’s a meaningful signal about where healthcare technology — and Northern Virginia — are headed.

What Is the NVTC Tech 100?

Each year, the NVTC Tech 100 highlights companies and leaders that are actively shaping the future of technology across Northern Virginia. The list focuses on…

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NoVa Pop Culture Pride: Movies That Were Filmed or Take Place In Northern Virginia.

Posted by Lauren Weiner on October 22nd, 2025

NoVa Pop Culture Pride: Movies That Were Filmed or Take Place In Northern Virginia.  

 

Northern Virginia is not the first place that comes to mind when you think of movies. D.C gets far more attention from the film industry. However, proximity to the U.S capital gives Northern Virginia an opportunity to be a part of the world of movies too. The film scene here is mostly associated with political narratives and colonial-era historical dramas, which are mostly excluded from the list, as it’s all too common and predictable. Besides these genres, there are still— surprisingly— so many types of movies that were (partially) made in Northern Virginia. Whether you want to check these locations out or just want another Northern VA fun fact to add to your…

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