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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Monroe, NC vs Matthews, NC

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Are people in Matthews older or younger than people in Monroe?
- The Median Age in Matthews is 3.6 years older than in Monroe.

Are housing costs cheaper in Matthews or Monroe?
- Matthews housing costs are 52.4% more expensive than Monroe housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Matthews or Monroe?
- The average commute for residents of Matthews is 3.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Monroe.

Things to do in Monroe?
Monroe NC is home to about 34 thousand people who appreciate its convenient location only 40 minutes away from Charlotte It offers lovely small-town living that comes packed with beautiful architectural wonders like Victorian style homes

Things to do in Matthews?
Matthews NC can be found just south Charlotte known primarily for its notable downtown area boasting several art galleries and boutiques alongside restaurants offering a range international cuisine perfect for date night.

 Monroe, NCMatthews, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock29,417329,725,481
 Median Income$58,180  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$289,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.74  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Monroe    5 Reviews
Matthew · Monroe, NC
You would be better off living in an active toilet
Over 5 years ago

Moved to Monroe approx 6 years ago. It has been one excuse after the other for the high incidence of assault and battery as well as property crime. The mayor and city  More

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Angela · Monroe, NC
Historical District in Monroe NC
Over 6 years ago

I have lived in Monroe since 2015. I have been welcomed by my neighbors and the community. Monroe is rapidly growning. The downtown area is family friendly and has added  More

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Lowell · Monroe, NC
Just a rural redneck Charlotte
Over 7 years ago

I’m so glad to be moving away from this little Charlotte wanna be Town run by rednecks! I’ve been here for 15 years and have been stopped by Sheriff’s about 8 times!  More

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Reviews for Matthews    2 Reviews
Marc · Matthews, NC
See Charlotte
Over 16 years ago

Matthews is a suburb of Charlotte. It's big advantage over Charlotte is that you are on the edge of the rural areas, and it is safer. Don't expect to save any on taxes  More

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denise · Ogden, UT
Moving Soon
Over 19 years ago

Is there segragation in  More

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