Charlotte, NC vs Saco, ME
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
Saco
69.7
#1178 nationally
Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 116). Saco leads in median household income ($81,326 vs $71,659). Saco leads in average commute (24.4 min vs 27.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Saco, ME |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 69.7 (#1178) |
| Population | 897,720 | 20,960 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $531,575 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $81,326 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 24.4 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 24 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 2.2 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+10.5 |
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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D+
69.7 Score
Saco, ME
Small Maine city with local appeal
Median Home
$531,575
Population
20,960
Crime
Low
Walk Score
24
Northeast
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