Alexandria, VA vs Walnut, 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
Walnut
63.3
#1785 nationally
Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 32). Walnut leads in crime level (3.5 vs 6.0). Alexandria leads in cost of living index (155 vs 197).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Walnut, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 63.3 (#1785) |
| Population | 155,230 | 27,104 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $1,188,533 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $130,444 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+32.9 |
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
63.3 Score
Walnut, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,188,533
Population
27,104
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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