Salem, VA vs Smyrna, 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.
Salem
73.2
#778 nationally
Smyrna
67.9
#1374 nationally
Salem leads in average commute (18.8 min vs 26.3 min). Salem leads in walk score (27 vs 20). Smyrna leads in median household income ($76,115 vs $68,402).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Salem, VA | Smyrna, TN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.2 (#778) | 67.9 (#1374) |
| Population | 25,600 | 57,418 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $312,662 | $406,036 |
| Median Household Income | $68,402 | $76,115 |
| Average Commute | 18.8 min | 26.3 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 20 |
| Crime Level | 7.2 | 7.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 103 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+19.3 | R+21.8 |
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73.2 Score
Salem, VA
Small Virginia city with local appeal
Median Home
$312,662
Population
25,600
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
27
Northeast
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67.9 Score
Smyrna, TN
Tennessee community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$406,036
Population
57,418
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
20
Southeast
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