| | Matthews, NC | Smyrna, TN | United States |
| Overall | 102.5 | 100.6 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 100.5 | 99.8 | 100 |
| Health | 95.0 | 98.0 | 100 |
| Housing | 125.1 | 100.9 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $441,800 | $366,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,890.0% | 9,840.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 101.3 | 104.1 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 110.2 | 103.6 | 100 |
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Reviews for Matthews 
2 Reviews
Matthews is a suburb of Charlotte. It's big advantage over Charlotte is that you are on the edge of the rural areas, and it is safer. Don't expect to save any on taxes More
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Reviews for Smyrna 8 Reviews
I have lived in Smyrna, TN for a couple years now and am enjoying a nice condo and a good job. The cost is much cheaper than California and the people are really nice More
This area is prone to stronger storms that the greater Nashville area. From here to Murfreesboro, southeast, is more likely to get hail and tornadoes activity than other More
I've lived in Smyrna for 26 years. I am currently a Realtor in this area. Smyrna is truly a fantastic place to live. We have easy access to Nashville and all the big More
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