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Alexandria

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  • A
    Overall Grade
  • City in Virginia
  • 287 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B+
    2. Crime & Safety
      C+
    3. Housing
      C
    4. Nightlife
      A+
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      A+
    7. Jobs
      B
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      C-
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      A-
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    Alexandria is a city in Virginia with a population of 154,710. Alexandria is in Alexandria City County and is one of the best places to live in Virginia. Living in Alexandria offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Alexandria there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Alexandria. The public schools in Alexandria are above average.
    About Alexandria...
    Population
    154,710

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $537,900
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,663
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Urban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      57%
    • Own
      43%
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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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    • Public Schools
    • Private Schools
    • Colleges

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      Crime & Safety

      Crime & Safety
      C+
      Based on violent and property crime rates.
      Violent Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Assault
        94.7
        282.7
      • Murder
        2.5
        6.1
      • Rape
        14.8
        40.7
      • Robbery
        48
        135.5
      Property Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Burglary
        78.7
        500.1
      • Theft
        1,209.8
        2,042.8
      • Motor Vehicle Theft
        238
        284

      Residents

      Diversity
      A+
      Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
      Age
      • <10 years
        12%
      • 10-17 years
        6%
      • 18-24 years
        6%
      • 25-34 years
        23%
      • 35-44 years
        18%
      • 45-54 years
        14%
      • 55-64 years
        11%
      • 65+ years
        10%
      Education Levels
      National
      • Master's degree or higher
        33%
        12%
      • Bachelor's degree
        29%
        19%
      • Some college or associate's degree
        18%
        29%
      • High school diploma or equivalent
        12%
        28%
      • Less than high school diploma
        9%
        13%

      Working in Alexandria

      Jobs
      B
      Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
      Median Household Income
      $93,370
      National
      $55,322
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      Alexandria Reviews

      287 reviews
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      I love Alexandria because it is so close to the city of D.C. We can easily be in the city for many events and not pay the high price of living in the city. Living in Alexandria gives you the feel of suburban living with the convenience of a short commute. There is not a suggestion for change as I love living there! Alexandria has walking trails for families and dogs. It also boasts great schools and thriving community businesses. There is also a nightlife scene, many grocery stores to choose from, doctors, and lovely homes. The city of Alexandria contains all that is needed to live a happy and healthy life.
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      Alexandria is a pretty diverse city. There are a lot of things to do and food to eat around the area. So many good restaurants are located in the shopping plazas or about 20 minutes away from the heart of the city. Everything is pretty safe there too. Washington D.C. and Old Town are very close to Alexandria, so there are a lot of cute places and cool activities nearby. Despite all of that, the one perk about it is that after living here for over 10 years makes everything dull and boring. But other than that, it's nice!
      Where the quaintness of a small town can be found outside your front door, while history, culture and hustling vibes of the big city are just down the street. Historic buildings combine with young hip singles and large or growing families to create an atmosphere of belonging and hometown nostalgia. Whether you’re visiting or unpacking here, you’ll be glad you came!