Carteret, NJ vs Charleston, SC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Carteret
66
#1591 nationally
Charleston
66
#1592 nationally
Carteret leads in walk score (56 vs 39). Charleston leads in average commute (24.6 min vs 32 min). Charleston leads in cost of living index (115 vs 125).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Carteret, NJ | Charleston, SC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66 (#1591) | 66 (#1592) |
| Population | 25,281 | 156,042 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $567,711 | $596,437 |
| Median Household Income | $79,049 | $76,819 |
| Average Commute | 32 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 56 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 8.6 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 6.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.0 | D+5.7 |
D
66 Score
Carteret, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$567,711
Population
25,281
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
56
Northeast
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D
66 Score
Charleston, SC
Southern charm meets coastal living
Median Home
$596,437
Population
156,042
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Southeast
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