Charlotte, NC vs Hollywood, FL
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
Hollywood
68.8
#1282 nationally
Hollywood leads in walk score (52 vs 26). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 118). Charlotte leads in median household income ($71,659 vs $61,958).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Hollywood, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 68.8 (#1282) |
| Population | 897,720 | 153,859 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $445,787 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $61,958 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 52 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 5.7 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+17.0 |
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+
68.8 Score
Hollywood, FL
Mid-size Florida city with community character
Median Home
$445,787
Population
153,859
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
52
Southeast
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