Alexandria, VA vs Maplewood, MN
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
Maplewood
70.3
#1118 nationally
Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 24). Alexandria leads in crime level (6.0 vs 12.4). Maplewood leads in cost of living index (107 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Maplewood, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 70.3 (#1118) |
| Population | 155,230 | 39,958 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $350,789 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $86,769 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 12.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+43.3 |
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-
70.3 Score
Maplewood, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$350,789
Population
39,958
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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