Charlotte, NC vs Fridley, MN
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
Fridley
73.2
#771 nationally
Fridley leads in walk score (38 vs 26). Fridley leads in average commute (24 min vs 27.1 min). Fridley leads in median household income ($76,592 vs $71,659).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Fridley, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 73.2 (#771) |
| Population | 897,720 | 30,156 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $326,803 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $76,592 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 24 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 38 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 6.8 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+4.4 |
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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C
73.2 Score
Fridley, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$326,803
Population
30,156
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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