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City vs city
Cary vs Charlotte, NC
Cary and Charlotte are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in lightning.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Cary: 47/100 · Charlotte: 47/100
No gap.
Flood
Cary: 30/100 · Charlotte: 34/100
Charlotte is 4 points higher.
Wind
Cary: 23/100 · Charlotte: 19/100
Cary is 4 points higher.
Lightning
Cary: 62/100 · Charlotte: 43/100
Cary is 19 points higher.
Tornado
Cary: 28/100 · Charlotte: 44/100
Charlotte is 16 points higher.
Hail
Cary: 100/100 · Charlotte: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Cary: 0/100 · Charlotte: 0/100
No gap.