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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Charleston, WV vs Franklin, TN

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Are people in Franklin older or younger than people in Charleston?
- The Median Age in Franklin is 4.5 years younger than in Charleston.

Are housing costs cheaper in Franklin or Charleston?
- Franklin housing costs are 404.6% more expensive than Charleston housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Franklin or Charleston?
- The average commute for residents of Franklin is 8.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Charleston.

Things to do in Charleston?
Charleston, West Virginia sits along the Kanawha River in the heart of Appalachia. This vibrant city has wonderful museums highlighting its rich history plus delicious local cuisine that combines Appalachian flavors with modern favorites. Outdoor activities abound with hiking trails in nearby state parks or exploring one of the many lakes for fishing or kayaking. Charleston is also home to lively musical venues showcasing everything from bluegrass music to jazz performers!

Things to do in Franklin?
Franklin, Tennessee is home to many local attractions including Carnton Plantation and Carter House Historic Site giving visitors an insight into the city’s history as well as modern venues such as CoolSprings Galleria Mall offering plenty alternatives for any shopper.

 Charleston, WVFranklin, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock81,531329,725,481
 Median Income$54,101  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$155,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.16  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Charleston    12 Reviews
John · Charleston, WV
We love our little city
Over 12 years ago

Charleston has a lot going on for being a small city. Capitol Street has great restaurants and Taylor Books, and Capitol Market is one of the best year-round farmers  More

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John · Charleston, WV
A great little city
Over 12 years ago

Charleston has a lot going on for being a small city. Capitol Street has great restaurants and Taylor Books, and Capitol Market is one of the best year-round farmers  More

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John · Charleston, WV
A great little city
Over 12 years ago

Charleston has a lot going on for being a small city. Capitol Street has great restaurants and Taylor Books, and Capitol Market is one of the best year-round farmers  More

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Reviews for Franklin    27 Reviews
Jose · Wesley Chapel, FL
Won’t miss the heat in FL, like change of seasons
Over 4 years ago

After visiting here for a week in the summer, I fell in love with the city! Lots of my friends in Florida already moved here from New Port Richey and Wesley Chapel. I  More

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Kathryn · Franklin, TN
Franklin is a Great Place to Live.
Over 4 years ago

I've lived in Tennessee all my life. I have lived in west,east and middle Tennessee. By far this is the best place I have lived. We have been in Franklin for 8 years. It  More

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Theresa · Franklin, TN
The Good and the Not-So-Good
Over 8 years ago

I love that this is a greatly diverse community with a large African American and Hispanic community around West Main St./Nachez (I'm addicted to Pueblo Real Mexican  More

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