Alexandria
- City in Virginia
City
Alexandria
- grade A+Overall Grade
- City in Virginia
- Rating 4.37 out of 5 439 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade B
- Crime & Safetygrade C+
- Housinggrade C
- Nightlifegrade A+
- Good for Familiesgrade A
- Diversitygrade A
- Jobsgrade B
- Weathergrade B
- Cost of Livinggrade C
- Health & Fitnessgrade A+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A
- Commutegrade A minus
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Home Listings
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$655,700
National
$281,900Median Rent
$1,983
National
$1,268Area Feel
Urban
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Alexandria Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
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Top Public Schools Serving Alexandria
- grade A+
BASIS Washington, D.C. Public Charter School
- Rating 3.73 out of 5 41 reviews
- grade A+
Dorothy Hamm Middle School
- Rating 4 out of 5 2 reviews
- grade A
Arlington Traditional Elementary School
- Rating 4 out of 5 4 reviews
- grade A
Inspired Teaching Demonstration Public Charter School
- Rating 5 out of 5 1 review
- grade A
KIPP DC Promise Academy
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault109.3national 282.7
- Murder4national 6.1
- Rape4.6national 40.7
- Robbery68.2national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary102.7national 500.1
- Theft1,628.9national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft219.9national 284
Residents
Working in Alexandria
Jobs
grade B
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$113,179
National
$75,149Similar Places
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Alexandria Reviews
Rating 4.37 out of 5 439 reviews
Living in Alexandria, VA is a delightful experience! Its historic charm, vibrant culture, and proximity to D.C. create a unique lifestyle. Walking through Old Town's cobblestone streets reveals charming boutiques and cafes. The community thrives with festivals and waterfront concerts. While there's room for improvement in areas like transportation, the city's parks and diverse culinary scene make it a fantastic place to call home.
There's a lot of buildings, which is usually a sign of a good thing, but it's mostly fast-food places. There are people living on the streets, people smoking in public places, and a lot of trash on the ground. I'm not being generous when I give it three stars, though; there are good things about this city, too, like the public school system or the diverse range of houses. The roads are (usually) kept clean, and there are a lot of parks around. At the end of the day, it's just a boring city with nothing too interesting about it, but it's livable, and that's a good thing.
I enjoy being in Alexandria. Many things to do and isn't too far from the nations capital. I love the environment that sets place in Alexandria that’s makes it so welcoming. The diversity breathes new opportunities for families to move in and find their place at home.the city is filled with many rich and historic buildings allowing it’s residents to explore and experience first hand the history of what makes the city inspiring. Various attractions in the Alexandria is also what brings life to the city. These tourist spots and areas in the city allow for gathering and fun for its residents as well as outsiders. The rich past and cultural blend is Alexandria’s way of charming its residents. This walkable city has its national historic sites such as Old Town and King Street. The affordable housing is what separates Alexandria from its surrounding cities. In conclusion, my experience in Alexandria has been overall very positive and family friendly.