Charlotte, NC vs South Fulton, GA
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
South Fulton
60.5
#553 nationally
Charlotte leads in average commute (27.1 min vs 32.5 min). South Fulton leads in median household income ($77,488 vs $71,659).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | South Fulton, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 60.5 (#553) |
| Population | 897,720 | 110,920 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $77,488 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 32.5 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | N/A |
| Crime Level | Moderate | N/A |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | N/A |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+44.9 |
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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Score
South Fulton, GA
Mid-size Georgia city with community character
Population
110,920
Median Income
$77,488
Commute
32.5 min
Southeast
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