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Arlington, VA vs Fredericksburg, VA
Arlington, VA vs Fredericksburg, VA: What the data shows
Arlington, VA is in Arlington, VA while Fredericksburg, VA is in Fredericksburg, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Fredericksburg, VA is the more affordable option at $439,400 median — $309,600 less than Arlington, VA's $749,000. WYLT rates Arlington, VA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and Fredericksburg, VA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Arlington, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Fredericksburg, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Arlington, VA has Low flood risk and Fredericksburg, VA has Low flood risk.
Arlington, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. Arlington, VA scores 85/100 (very walkable) versus Fredericksburg, VA's 30/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Arlington, VA has the higher school rating — Arlington, VA rates 8.5/10 and Fredericksburg, VA rates 8.1/10.
| Category | Arlington, VA | Fredericksburg, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Good for now |
| Median Price | $749K | $439K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $140K ✓ Higher income | $83K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 85/100 ✓ More walkable | 30/100 |
| Transit Score | 59/100 ✓ Better transit | 24/100 |
| Bike Score | 70/100 ✓ More bikeable | 18/100 |
| Commute | 9 min ✓ Shorter commute | 70 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.5/10 ✓ Better schools | 8.1/10 |
| Best for | young professionalscommuters to DCsmall families | FamiliesStudentsHistory buffs |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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