Alexandria, VA vs Elk Grove, 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
Elk Grove
66.7
#1508 nationally
Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 32). Elk Grove leads in crime level (5.2 vs 6.0). Alexandria leads in average commute (30.1 min vs 33.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Elk Grove, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 66.7 (#1508) |
| Population | 155,230 | 178,444 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $634,683 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $115,864 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 33.1 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 5.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+19.7 |
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
66.7 Score
Elk Grove, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$634,683
Population
178,444
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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