City vs city
Atlanta, GA vs Charlotte, NC
| Atlanta | Charlotte | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 499,287 | 886,283 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Median home value | $420,600 | $351,500 |
| Median rent | $1,617 | $1,504 |
| Household income | $81,938 | $78,438 |
| Unemployment | 5.9% | 4.4% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 33% | 30% |
| State crime /100k | 1,705 | 2,141 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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