Cornelius, NC vs Daphne, AL
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.
Cornelius
71.7
#962 nationally
Daphne
74.2
#614 nationally
Daphne leads in crime level (1.5 vs 2.8). Cornelius leads in walk score (26 vs 15). Cornelius leads in median household income ($107,969 vs $80,657).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cornelius, NC | Daphne, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.7 (#962) | 74.2 (#614) |
| Population | 33,139 | 30,321 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $528,679 | $332,942 |
| Median Household Income | $107,969 | $80,657 |
| Average Commute | 25.6 min | 26.6 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 15 |
| Crime Level | 2.8 | 1.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+58.2 |
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71.7 Score
Cornelius, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$528,679
Population
33,139
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
Southeast
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74.2 Score
Daphne, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$332,942
Population
30,321
Crime
Low
Walk Score
15
Southeast
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