Alabaster, AL vs Fuquay-Varina, NC
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.
Alabaster
74.7
#560 nationally
Fuquay-Varina
70.9
#1046 nationally
Fuquay-Varina leads in walk score (22 vs 10). Fuquay-Varina leads in crime level (1.9 vs 2.7). Alabaster leads in cost of living index (98 vs 113).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alabaster, AL | Fuquay-Varina, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#560) | 70.9 (#1046) |
| Population | 34,107 | 43,817 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $308,363 | $443,075 |
| Median Household Income | $89,423 | $94,142 |
| Average Commute | 32 min | 31.2 min |
| Walk Score | 10 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 2.7 | 1.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+40.8 | D+25.6 |
C
74.7 Score
Alabaster, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$308,363
Population
34,107
Crime
Low
Walk Score
10
Southeast
View Alabaster, AL →
C-
70.9 Score
Fuquay-Varina, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$443,075
Population
43,817
Crime
Low
Walk Score
22
Southeast
View Fuquay-Varina, NC →
Try a different matchup
Swap Alabaster for: