Charlotte, NC vs Maple Grove, 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
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
Charlotte leads in walk score (26 vs 13). Maple Grove leads in median household income ($127,001 vs $71,659). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 119).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Maple Grove, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 75.5 (#450) |
| Population | 897,720 | 71,288 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $430,006 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $127,001 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 13 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 3.1 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+42.6 |
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
75.5 Score
Maple Grove, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$430,006
Population
71,288
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Midwest
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