HEAD TO HEAD
Charlotte vs Raleigh
Charlotte leads Raleigh on 3 of 5 factors — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
Charlotte, NC
wins 3 of 5 factors
Raleigh, NC
wins 1 of 5 factors
Match scores, side by side
| Factor | Charlotte | Raleigh |
|---|---|---|
| Affordable to buy | 81 ◆ | 78 |
| Affordable to rent | 68 | 69 ◆ |
| Climate comfort | 80 ◆ | 78 |
| Plenty of sunshine | 56 | 56 |
| Big-city amenities | 95 ◆ | 90 |
By the numbers
| Figure | Charlotte | Raleigh |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $390K | $438K |
| Typical rent | $1,740/mo | $1,694/mo |
| Average temperature | 16.1°C | 15.4°C |
| Sunshine (solar energy) | 4.47 kWh/m²/day | 4.47 kWh/m²/day |
| Metro size rank (US) | #23 | #43 |
Home & rent Zillow, May 2026 · climate & sunshine NASA POWER climatology. Scores are normalised 0–100 across all metros; higher is better. A research aid, not advice.