Arnold, MO vs Charlotte, 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.
Arnold
70.7
#1066 nationally
Charlotte
68.1
#1344 nationally
Charlotte leads in walk score (26 vs 21). Arnold leads in cost of living index (95 vs 102). Charlotte leads in average commute (27.1 min vs 29 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arnold, MO | Charlotte, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.7 (#1066) | 68.1 (#1344) |
| Population | 21,059 | 897,720 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $277,441 | $397,231 |
| Median Household Income | $72,317 | $71,659 |
| Average Commute | 29 min | 27.1 min |
| Walk Score | 21 | 26 |
| Crime Level | 11.3 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 6.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+36.7 | D+32.9 |
C-
70.7 Score
Arnold, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$277,441
Population
21,059
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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D+
68.1 Score
Charlotte, NC
Banking capital of the South
Median Home
$397,231
Population
897,720
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B-
Southeast
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