Charlotte, NC vs Palm Bay, 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
Palm Bay
69.3
#1230 nationally
Charlotte leads in walk score (26 vs 13). Charlotte leads in median household income ($71,659 vs $62,538). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 105).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Palm Bay, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 69.3 (#1230) |
| Population | 897,720 | 135,566 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $305,804 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $62,538 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 13 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 9.5 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+20.8 |
D+
68.1 Score
Charlotte, NC
Banking capital of the South
Median Home
$397,231
Population
897,720
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B-
Southeast
View Charlotte, NC →
D+
69.3 Score
Palm Bay, FL
Mid-size Florida city with community character
Median Home
$305,804
Population
135,566
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
13
Southeast
View Palm Bay, FL →
Try a different matchup
Swap Charlotte for: