Arlington, 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.
Arlington
72.2
#917 nationally
Walnut
63.3
#1785 nationally
Arlington leads in walk score (69 vs 32). Arlington leads in cost of living index (151 vs 197). Arlington leads in average commute (28.2 min vs 35.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arlington, VA | Walnut, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.2 (#917) | 63.3 (#1785) |
| Population | 238,643 | 27,104 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $815,538 | $1,188,533 |
| Median Household Income | $137,387 | $130,444 |
| Average Commute | 28.2 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 69 | 32 |
| Crime Level | Low | 3.5 |
| School Rating | 8.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 151 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+58.6 | D+32.9 |
C-
72.2 Score
Arlington, VA
Urban walkability meets federal opportunity
Median Home
$815,538
Population
238,643
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southeast
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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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