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Arlington, VA vs Falls Church, VA
Arlington, VA vs Falls Church, VA: What the data shows
Arlington, VA is in Arlington, VA while Falls Church, VA is in Falls Church, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Arlington, VA is the more affordable option at $749,000 median — $147,400 less than Falls Church, VA's $896,400. WYLT rates Arlington, VA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and Falls Church, VA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.
Falls Church, VA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Arlington, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Falls Church, VA has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Arlington, VA has Low flood risk and Falls Church, VA has Low flood risk.
Arlington, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. Arlington, VA scores 85/100 (very walkable) versus Falls Church, VA's 53/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Falls Church, VA has the higher school rating — Arlington, VA rates 8.5/10 and Falls Church, VA rates 8.6/10.
| Category | Arlington, VA | Falls Church, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Settle here |
| Median Price | $749K ✓ Lower price | $896K |
| Median Rent | $2K | $2K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $140K | $176K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Low ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 85/100 ✓ More walkable | 53/100 |
| Transit Score | 59/100 ✓ Better transit | 36/100 |
| Bike Score | 70/100 ✓ More bikeable | 48/100 |
| Commute | 9 min ✓ Shorter commute | 15 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | B ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.5/10 | 8.6/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | young professionalscommuters to DCsmall families | Affluent familiesCollege graduatesDC commuters |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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