Charlotte, NC vs Mason, OH
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
Mason
74
#648 nationally
Mason leads in median household income ($121,082 vs $71,659). Charlotte leads in walk score (26 vs 18). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Mason, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 74 (#648) |
| Population | 897,720 | 35,660 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $513,673 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $121,082 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 18 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 1.0 |
| 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 | R+31.5 |
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
74 Score
Mason, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$513,673
Population
35,660
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
18
Midwest
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