Charlotte, NC vs New Hope, 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
New Hope
74
#649 nationally
New Hope leads in walk score (42 vs 26). New Hope leads in average commute (21.1 min vs 27.1 min). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | New Hope, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 74 (#649) |
| Population | 897,720 | 20,705 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $356,089 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $69,244 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 21.1 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 42 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 4.7 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 108 |
| 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
74 Score
New Hope, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$356,089
Population
20,705
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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