Charlotte, NC vs Prior Lake, 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
Prior Lake
72.4
#898 nationally
Charlotte leads in walk score (26 vs 14). Prior Lake leads in median household income ($129,539 vs $71,659). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 120).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Prior Lake, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 72.4 (#898) |
| Population | 897,720 | 28,027 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $534,270 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $129,539 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 25.2 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 14 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 2.9 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 120 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+8.5 |
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-
72.4 Score
Prior Lake, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$534,270
Population
28,027
Crime
Low
Walk Score
14
Midwest
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