Charlotte, NC vs Montclair, CA
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
Montclair
60.8
#1923 nationally
Montclair leads in walk score (57 vs 26). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 139). Charlotte leads in average commute (27.1 min vs 31.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Montclair, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 60.8 (#1923) |
| Population | 897,720 | 37,545 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $661,144 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $72,789 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 57 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 17.6 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 139 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+2.1 |
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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D-
60.8 Score
Montclair, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$661,144
Population
37,545
Crime
High
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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