Charlotte, NC vs East Chicago, IN
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
East Chicago
77.8
#215 nationally
East Chicago leads in walk score (56 vs 26). Charlotte leads in median household income ($71,659 vs $39,434). East Chicago leads in cost of living index (82 vs 102).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | East Chicago, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 77.8 (#215) |
| Population | 897,720 | 25,830 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $129,375 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $39,434 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 22.9 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 56 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 22.6 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 82 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+5.6 |
D+
68.1 Score
Charlotte, NC
Banking capital of the South
Median Home
$397,231
Population
897,720
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B-
Southeast
View Charlotte, NC →
C+
77.8 Score
East Chicago, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$129,375
Population
25,830
Crime
High
Walk Score
56
Midwest
View East Chicago, IN →
Try a different matchup
Swap Charlotte for: