Clovis, NM vs Hickory, NC
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.
Clovis
78.1
#195 nationally
Hickory
70.8
#1056 nationally
Hickory leads in crime level (11.2 vs 23.7). Clovis leads in walk score (33 vs 28). Clovis leads in average commute (17 min vs 19.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clovis, NM | Hickory, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#195) | 70.8 (#1056) |
| Population | 37,612 | 44,415 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $163,292 | $298,293 |
| Median Household Income | $52,983 | $58,251 |
| Average Commute | 17 min | 19.6 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 28 |
| Crime Level | 23.7 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 98 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+42.6 | R+38.0 |
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78.1 Score
Clovis, NM
Small New Mexico city with local appeal
Median Home
$163,292
Population
37,612
Crime
High
Walk Score
33
Southwest
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70.8 Score
Hickory, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$298,293
Population
44,415
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
28
Southeast
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