Alexandria, VA vs Yorba Linda, 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
Yorba Linda
63.6
#1762 nationally
Yorba Linda leads in crime level (2.6 vs 6.0). Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 28). Alexandria leads in cost of living index (155 vs 204).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Yorba Linda, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 63.6 (#1762) |
| Population | 155,230 | 66,147 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $1,407,941 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $148,325 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 28 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 2.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 204 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+2.6 |
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
63.6 Score
Yorba Linda, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,407,941
Population
66,147
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Pacific
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