Alexandria, VA vs Alpharetta, GA
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
67.6
#1397 nationally
Alpharetta
66.2
#1567 nationally
Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 22). Alpharetta leads in median household income ($141,402 vs $113,179). Alpharetta leads in cost of living index (135 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Alpharetta, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 66.2 (#1567) |
| Population | 155,230 | 67,056 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $722,997 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $141,402 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 27.5 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 6.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 135 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+44.9 |
D+
67.6 Score
Alexandria, VA
Mid-size Virginia city with community character
Median Home
$672,586
Population
155,230
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
62
Northeast
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D
66.2 Score
Alpharetta, GA
Georgia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$722,997
Population
67,056
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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