Charlotte, NC vs Georgetown, TX
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.
Charlotte
68.1
#1344 nationally
Georgetown
70.1
#1134 nationally
Georgetown leads in median household income ($87,465 vs $71,659). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 116). Charlotte leads in walk score (26 vs 23).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Georgetown, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 70.1 (#1134) |
| Population | 897,720 | 96,312 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $427,174 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $87,465 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 23 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 5.2 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+2.5 |
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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C-
70.1 Score
Georgetown, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$427,174
Population
96,312
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
23
Southwest
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