Charlotte, NC vs Parkland, 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
Parkland
65.9
#1601 nationally
Parkland leads in median household income ($188,544 vs $71,659). Charlotte leads in walk score (26 vs 13). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 171).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Parkland, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 65.9 (#1601) |
| Population | 897,720 | 37,911 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $1,070,470 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $188,544 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 13 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 3.2 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+17.0 |
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
65.9 Score
Parkland, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,070,470
Population
37,911
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Southeast
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