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McLean, VA vs Newport News, VA
McLean, VA vs Newport News, VA: What the data shows
McLean, VA is in McLean, VA while Newport News, VA is in Newport News, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Newport News, VA is the more affordable option at $223,800 median — $1,017,700 less than McLean, VA's $1,241,500. WYLT rates McLean, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Newport News, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
McLean, VA has the stronger safety profile of the two. McLean, VA has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Newport News, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, McLean, VA has Low flood risk and Newport News, VA has Low flood risk.
McLean, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. McLean, VA scores 51/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Newport News, VA's 13/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, McLean, VA has the higher school rating — McLean, VA rates 8.6/10 and Newport News, VA rates 8.4/10.
| Category | McLean, VA | Newport News, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $1.24M | $224K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $3K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $250K ✓ Higher income | $65K |
| Price Volatility | Low | Low |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 51/100 ✓ More walkable | 13/100 |
| Transit Score | 35/100 ✓ Better transit | 1/100 |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A |
| Commute | 45 min ✓ Shorter commute | 60 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.6/10 ✓ Better schools | 8.4/10 |
| Best for | Affluent familiesRemote workers with good broadbandParents prioritizing high school quality | Families with kidsPeople with moderate incomesThose looking for lower housing costs than NYC |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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