Alexandria, LA vs Scottsdale, AZ
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Alexandria
76.3
#359 nationally
Scottsdale
68.2
#1340 nationally
Scottsdale leads in median household income ($98,721 vs $49,049). Alexandria leads in cost of living index (93 vs 124). Alexandria leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 24.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, LA | Scottsdale, AZ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.3 (#359) | 68.2 (#1340) |
| Population | 43,466 | 265,356 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $146,607 | $854,394 |
| Median Household Income | $49,049 | $98,721 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 24.2 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 74.3 | Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+36.8 | R+3.5 |
C
76.3 Score
Alexandria, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$146,607
Population
43,466
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
30
Southeast
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D+
68.2 Score
Scottsdale, AZ
Desert luxury and Southwestern style
Median Home
$854,394
Population
265,356
Crime
Low
Schools
A-
Southwest
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