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Falls Church, VA vs McLean, VA
Falls Church, VA vs McLean, VA: What the data shows
Falls Church, VA is in Falls Church, VA while McLean, VA is in McLean, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Falls Church, VA is the more affordable option at $896,400 median — $345,100 less than McLean, VA's $1,241,500. WYLT rates Falls Church, VA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and McLean, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
McLean, VA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Falls Church, VA has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. McLean, VA has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Falls Church, VA has Low flood risk and McLean, VA has Low flood risk.
Falls Church, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. Falls Church, VA scores 53/100 (somewhat walkable) versus McLean, VA's 51/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Falls Church, VA rates 8.6/10 and McLean, VA rates 8.6/10.
| Category | Falls Church, VA | McLean, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Think twice |
| Median Price | $896K ✓ Lower price | $1.24M |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $3K |
| Median Income | $176K | $250K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Low | Low |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 53/100 ✓ More walkable | 51/100 |
| Transit Score | 36/100 ✓ Better transit | 35/100 |
| Bike Score | 48/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 15 min ✓ Shorter commute | 45 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Low | Low |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.6/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Best for | Affluent familiesCollege graduatesDC commuters | Affluent familiesRemote workers with good broadbandParents prioritizing high school quality |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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