Alexandria, VA vs Waltham, MA
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
Waltham
66.7
#1517 nationally
Waltham leads in average commute (24.6 min vs 30.1 min). Alexandria leads in crime level (6.0 vs 6.9). Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 57).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Waltham, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 66.7 (#1517) |
| Population | 155,230 | 64,477 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $831,292 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $113,443 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 6.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 164 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+39.5 |
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
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D
66.7 Score
Waltham, MA
Massachusetts community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$831,292
Population
64,477
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
57
Northeast
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