Charlotte, NC vs Monterey, 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
Monterey
62.7
#1834 nationally
Monterey leads in walk score (53 vs 26). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 192). Monterey leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 27.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Monterey, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 62.7 (#1834) |
| Population | 897,720 | 29,116 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $1,179,065 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $98,003 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 19.1 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 53 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 10.5 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 192 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+29.9 |
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-
62.7 Score
Monterey, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,179,065
Population
29,116
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Pacific
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