Charlotte, NC vs South Gate, 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
South Gate
62.6
#1845 nationally
South Gate leads in walk score (70 vs 26). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 144). Charlotte leads in average commute (27.1 min vs 32.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | South Gate, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 62.6 (#1845) |
| Population | 897,720 | 90,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $702,198 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $67,188 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 70 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 14.4 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 144 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
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-
62.6 Score
South Gate, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$702,198
Population
90,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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