Clarksville, TN vs Compton, 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.
Clarksville
67.7
#1391 nationally
Compton
60.4
#1935 nationally
Compton leads in walk score (65 vs 18). Clarksville leads in crime level (11.2 vs 34.8). Clarksville leads in cost of living index (96 vs 139).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clarksville, TN | Compton, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.7 (#1391) | 60.4 (#1935) |
| Population | 180,716 | 90,986 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $321,955 | $645,439 |
| Median Household Income | $62,688 | $69,728 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | 18 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 34.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 139 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+18.4 | D+32.9 |
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
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D-
60.4 Score
Compton, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$645,439
Population
90,986
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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