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4.5%
State tax rate
$1,721
Median rent
94
Walk score
67
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does Charlotte actually cost?
Median rent is $1,721/mo in Charlotte.
NC has a 4.5% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
State income tax
4.5%
Median rent
$1,721/mo
Median home price
$397,125
Walk Score
94/100 — Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
78/100
Violent crime rate
67/100K — very low
HRC equality score
79/100 — Good
Avg high temperature
71°F
Sunny days / year
213 days
Humidity
70%
Population
875K
Property tax rate
0.80%
Sales tax rate
6.99%
Your Personalized Report
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ZipSage verdict — is Charlotte right for you?
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Is Charlotte Right For You?
Strong fits — and where it may fall short
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Walkability
Walk Score 94/100 — Walker's Paradise.
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Safety
Violent crime 67/100K — very low compared to the national average.
Is Charlotte right for your situation?
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