Alexandria, VA vs Denver, CO
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
Denver
69.1
#1250 nationally
Alexandria leads in median household income ($113,179 vs $85,853). Denver leads in cost of living index (128 vs 155). Denver leads in average commute (26.4 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Denver, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 69.1 (#1250) |
| Population | 155,230 | 713,252 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $533,060 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $85,853 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 26.4 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 61 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 6.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+56.1 |
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+
69.1 Score
Denver, CO
Mile High City with mountain access
Median Home
$533,060
Population
713,252
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B-
West
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