Head to head
Atlanta, GA vs Charlotte, NC
Charlotte is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $156/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $5,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Atlanta68 | Charlotte71 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,892 | $3,736 |
| Salary for comfort | $73,500/yr | $68,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,740 | $1,560 |
| Median home value | $425,000 | $400,000 |
| Median household income | $81,000 | $78,000 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% | 3.5% |
| Housing score | 53 | 60 |
| Jobs score | 73 | 76 |
| Safety score | 28 | 36 |
| Climate score | 100 | 100 |
| Amenities score | 75 | 64 |
| Population | 510K | 911K |
| Summer high / winter low | 89° / 35° | 90° / 32° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Atlanta, GA
Charlotte, NC