Franklin, TN vs Johnston, IA
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.
Franklin
66.7
#1510 nationally
Johnston
76
#397 nationally
Johnston leads in crime level (2.1 vs 3.6). Johnston leads in average commute (18.3 min vs 24.6 min). Johnston leads in cost of living index (110 vs 132).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin, TN | Johnston, IA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1510) | 76 (#397) |
| Population | 88,558 | 24,640 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $917,023 | $402,429 |
| Median Household Income | $106,592 | $98,324 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 18.3 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 3.6 | 2.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 132 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+32.4 | D+10.9 |
D
66.7 Score
Franklin, TN
Tennessee community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$917,023
Population
88,558
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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C
76 Score
Johnston, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$402,429
Population
24,640
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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