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Falls Church, VA vs Harrisonburg, VA
Falls Church, VA vs Harrisonburg, VA: What the data shows
Falls Church, VA is in Falls Church, VA while Harrisonburg, VA is in Harrisonburg, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Harrisonburg, VA is the more affordable option at $311,600 median — $584,800 less than Falls Church, VA's $896,400. WYLT rates Falls Church, VA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and Harrisonburg, VA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.
Falls Church, VA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Falls Church, VA has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Harrisonburg, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Falls Church, VA has Low flood risk and Harrisonburg, VA has Low flood risk.
Harrisonburg, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. Falls Church, VA scores 53/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Harrisonburg, VA's 55/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Falls Church, VA has the higher school rating — Falls Church, VA rates 8.6/10 and Harrisonburg, VA rates 8.2/10.
| Category | Falls Church, VA | Harrisonburg, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Settle here |
| Median Price | $896K | $312K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $176K ✓ Higher income | $64K |
| Price Volatility | Low ✓ More stable | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 53/100 | 55/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 36/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 48/100 | 48/100 |
| Commute | 15 min ✓ Shorter commute | 90 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.6/10 ✓ Better schools | 8.2/10 |
| Best for | Affluent familiesCollege graduatesDC commuters | StudentsFamiliesRemote Workers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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