Charlotte, NC vs Venice, 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
Venice
73.2
#779 nationally
Venice leads in walk score (31 vs 26). Venice leads in average commute (23.2 min vs 27.1 min). Charlotte leads in cost of living index (102 vs 118).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Charlotte, NC | Venice, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1344) | 73.2 (#779) |
| Population | 897,720 | 28,150 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $397,231 | $379,343 |
| Median Household Income | $71,659 | $68,843 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 23.2 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 31 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 3.1 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+18.2 |
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
73.2 Score
Venice, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$379,343
Population
28,150
Crime
Low
Walk Score
31
Southeast
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