Charleston, SC vs Upland, 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
Upland
61.5
#1906 nationally
Charleston leads in cost of living index (115 vs 158). Charleston leads in average commute (24.6 min vs 30.4 min). Upland leads in walk score (48 vs 39).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charleston, SC | Upland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66 (#1592) | 61.5 (#1906) |
| Population | 156,042 | 78,699 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $596,437 | $823,319 |
| Median Household Income | $76,819 | $93,994 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 48 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 10.1 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.7 | R+2.1 |
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-
61.5 Score
Upland, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$823,319
Population
78,699
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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