Charlotte, NC vs Clarksville, TN
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.
Charlotte
68.1
#1344 nationally
Clarksville
67.7
#1391 nationally
Charlotte leads in walk score (26 vs 18). Charlotte leads in median household income ($71,659 vs $62,688). Clarksville leads in cost of living index (96 vs 102).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Clarksville, TN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 67.7 (#1391) |
| Population | 897,720 | 180,716 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $321,955 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $62,688 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 25.7 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 18 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 11.2 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+18.4 |
D+
68.1 Score
Charlotte, NC
Banking capital of the South
Median Home
$397,231
Population
897,720
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B-
Southeast
View Charlotte, NC →
D+
67.7 Score
Clarksville, TN
Mid-size Tennessee city with community character
Median Home
$321,955
Population
180,716
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
18
Southeast
View Clarksville, TN →
Try a different matchup
Swap Charlotte for: