Charleston, SC vs Clovis, CA
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.
Charleston
66
#1592 nationally
Clovis
68.9
#1270 nationally
Clovis leads in median household income ($98,554 vs $76,819). Charleston leads in cost of living index (115 vs 132). Charleston leads in walk score (39 vs 37).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charleston, SC | Clovis, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66 (#1592) | 68.9 (#1270) |
| Population | 156,042 | 125,826 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $596,437 | $521,300 |
| Median Household Income | $76,819 | $98,554 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 23.7 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 37 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 6.7 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 132 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.7 | R+4.4 |
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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D+
68.9 Score
Clovis, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$521,300
Population
125,826
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Pacific
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