Dunwoody, GA vs Hilton Head Island, SC
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.
Dunwoody
66.1
#1583 nationally
Hilton Head Island
65.7
#1612 nationally
Dunwoody leads in walk score (33 vs 13). Hilton Head Island leads in average commute (18.8 min vs 25 min). Hilton Head Island leads in crime level (5.2 vs 6.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dunwoody, GA | Hilton Head Island, SC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.1 (#1583) | 65.7 (#1612) |
| Population | 51,713 | 38,097 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $679,206 | $786,417 |
| Median Household Income | $106,710 | $93,694 |
| Average Commute | 25 min | 18.8 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 6.1 | 5.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 139 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+64.8 | R+14.5 |
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66.1 Score
Dunwoody, GA
Georgia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$679,206
Population
51,713
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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65.7 Score
Hilton Head Island, SC
Small South Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$786,417
Population
38,097
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
13
Southeast
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