Charlotte, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
886,283 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$351,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$590 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,346 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mecklenburg County
3
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mecklenburg County
3
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 0 43
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 3 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 58% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 65%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, NC State Senate District 39, NC State House District 102, NC
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Schools

Elizabeth Traditional Elem
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Metro School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Central Piedmont Community College
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Carolinas College of Health Sciences
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Queens University of Charlotte
1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Atrium Health University City
8 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
79 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
89 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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