Bryan, TX vs Charleston, 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.
Bryan
72.5
#870 nationally
Charleston
66
#1592 nationally
Charleston leads in median household income ($76,819 vs $55,234). Bryan leads in average commute (17.9 min vs 24.6 min). Bryan leads in cost of living index (97 vs 115).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bryan, TX | Charleston, SC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.5 (#870) | 66 (#1592) |
| Population | 89,615 | 156,042 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $276,528 | $596,437 |
| Median Household Income | $55,234 | $76,819 |
| Average Commute | 17.9 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 10.5 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 6.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+24.9 | D+5.7 |
C-
72.5 Score
Bryan, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$276,528
Population
89,615
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
33
Southwest
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D
66 Score
Charleston, SC
Southern charm meets coastal living
Median Home
$596,437
Population
156,042
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Southeast
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