Charlotte, NC vs Marietta, GA
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
Marietta
66.3
#1559 nationally
Marietta leads in walk score (36 vs 26). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 116). Charlotte leads in median household income ($71,659 vs $67,589).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Marietta, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 66.3 (#1559) |
| Population | 897,720 | 62,769 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $477,989 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $67,589 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 27.3 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 36 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 8.2 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+14.9 |
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
66.3 Score
Marietta, GA
Georgia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$477,989
Population
62,769
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
36
Southeast
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