Charlotte, NC vs Pompano Beach, 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
Pompano Beach
69.7
#1177 nationally
Pompano Beach leads in walk score (43 vs 26). Charlotte leads in median household income ($71,659 vs $61,155). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 111).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Pompano Beach, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 69.7 (#1177) |
| Population | 897,720 | 113,619 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $354,605 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $61,155 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 27 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 43 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 6.5 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 111 |
| 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+
69.7 Score
Pompano Beach, FL
Mid-size Florida city with community character
Median Home
$354,605
Population
113,619
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Southeast
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