Alexandria, VA vs Cudahy, CA
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
Cudahy
59
#1951 nationally
Alexandria leads in crime level (6.0 vs 17.9). Alexandria leads in median household income ($113,179 vs $49,596). Cudahy leads in cost of living index (141 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Cudahy, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 59 (#1951) |
| Population | 155,230 | 21,723 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $697,308 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $49,596 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 32.2 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 17.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 141 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+32.9 |
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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F
59 Score
Cudahy, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$697,308
Population
21,723
Crime
High
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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