Columbia, SC vs Daphne, AL
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.
Columbia
73.8
#670 nationally
Daphne
74.2
#614 nationally
Daphne leads in crime level (1.5 vs 21.1). Columbia leads in walk score (35 vs 15). Columbia leads in average commute (17.4 min vs 26.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Columbia, SC | Daphne, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.8 (#670) | 74.2 (#614) |
| Population | 142,416 | 30,321 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $230,662 | $332,942 |
| Median Household Income | $54,095 | $80,657 |
| Average Commute | 17.4 min | 26.6 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 15 |
| Crime Level | 21.1 | 1.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 100 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+33.5 | R+58.2 |
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73.8 Score
Columbia, SC
Mid-size South Carolina city with community character
Median Home
$230,662
Population
142,416
Crime
High
Walk Score
35
Southeast
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74.2 Score
Daphne, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$332,942
Population
30,321
Crime
Low
Walk Score
15
Southeast
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