Alexandria, VA vs Dunwoody, 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
Dunwoody
66.1
#1583 nationally
Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 33). Dunwoody leads in average commute (25 min vs 30.1 min). Dunwoody leads in cost of living index (135 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Dunwoody, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 66.1 (#1583) |
| Population | 155,230 | 51,713 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $679,206 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $106,710 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 25 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 6.1 |
| 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+64.8 |
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
66.1 Score
Dunwoody, GA
Georgia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$679,206
Population
51,713
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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