Head to head
Charlotte, NC vs Fort Worth, TX
Charlotte is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $118/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $1,500 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Charlotte70 | Fort Worth74 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,726 | $3,844 |
| Salary for comfort | $68,500/yr | $67,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,560 | $1,480 |
| Median home value | $351,500 | $277,300 |
| Median household income | $78,438 | $76,602 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% | 3.8% |
| Housing score | 54 | 72 |
| Jobs score | 72 | 64 |
| Safety score | 36 | 63 |
| Climate score | 100 | 92 |
| Amenities score | 64 | 53 |
| Population | 886.3K | 941.3K |
| Summer high / winter low | 90° / 32° | 96° / 36° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Charlotte, NC
Fort Worth, TX