Alexandria, VA vs Redlands, 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
Redlands
66.3
#1561 nationally
Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 40). Alexandria leads in crime level (6.0 vs 8.2). Redlands leads in average commute (24.9 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Redlands, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 66.3 (#1561) |
| Population | 155,230 | 72,556 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $639,363 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $94,473 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 24.9 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 40 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 8.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 144 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | R+2.1 |
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
66.3 Score
Redlands, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$639,363
Population
72,556
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
40
Pacific
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