Alexandria, VA vs Lenexa, KS
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
Lenexa
72.8
#829 nationally
Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 33). Lenexa leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 30.1 min). Lenexa leads in cost of living index (111 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Lenexa, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 72.8 (#829) |
| Population | 155,230 | 58,536 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $485,239 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $101,074 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 19.6 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+8.5 |
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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C-
72.8 Score
Lenexa, KS
Kansas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$485,239
Population
58,536
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
33
Midwest
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