Compare: Alexandria, VA and West richland, WA

Alexandria VA

128.4

Cost of Living

above US average

155,525

Population

16.49

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$113,179

Median Income

above US average

$950,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

2.4%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

West richland WA

110.4

Cost of Living

above US average

17,795

Population

12.08

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$118,093

Median Income

above US average

$430,250

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Alexandria

Vibrant nightlife options
Access to public transportation
Strong job market opportunities
Close to Washington, D.C.
Active local events and festivals
Good schools in the area
Friendly neighborhoods overall
Rich history and culture
Many parks and activities
Diverse community representation

Cons of Alexandria

Some areas less family-friendly
Traffic congestion issues
Limited affordable housing
Occasional crime reports
Gentrification concerns present
Political divisions noticeable
Humidity can be uncomfortable
Higher cost of living
Diverse but some racism issues
Public school funding disparities

Pros of West richland

Friendly community
Affordability is decent
Limited nightlife options
Growing job market
Access to outdoor activities
Low crime rate
Diverse community events
Family-friendly activities
Proximity to nature trails
Good schools available

Cons of West richland

Economic disparity exists
Limited diversity in culture
Political views are polarized
School funding concerns
Some racism issues reported
Higher cost of living
Few activities for teens
Nightlife is quiet
Job market is competitive
Limited public transport