Charleston, SC vs Deerfield, IL
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
Deerfield
75.8
#414 nationally
Deerfield leads in median household income ($185,762 vs $76,819). Charleston leads in cost of living index (115 vs 146). Charleston leads in average commute (24.6 min vs 28.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charleston, SC | Deerfield, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66 (#1592) | 75.8 (#414) |
| Population | 156,042 | 18,884 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $596,437 | $662,331 |
| Median Household Income | $76,819 | $185,762 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 28.1 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 36 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 0.7 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 146 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.7 | D+20.8 |
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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C
75.8 Score
Deerfield, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$662,331
Population
18,884
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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