Job opportunities that attract talent. A quality of life that makes them want to stay. The Charlotte Region does it all.
More to explore.
From major league sports teams to world class retail and restaurants, there’s always something to do in the Charlotte area … and with our lower than average cost of living, you can afford to actually do it.
Mother Nature’s favorite child.
The Charlotte Region enjoys four distinct seasons and plenty of sunshine. That means good weather for hiking, biking, and spending time soaking in the Vitamin D.
days of sunshine annually
distinct seasons
was ranked the #1 city for people looking for an affordable place to live with great weather (2022)
Affordable to our core.
Here, the living is easy. And the cost of living is relatively affordable. Your dollar stretches further in the Charlotte Region than in similar metros like Austin and Atlanta.
home price of $350,000
cost of living 3% below the national average
The care you need, now and as you age.
A robust network of medical practices and hospitals means that you can access state-of-the-art care close to home. Find everything from primary and emergency care to preventive maintenance and high-tech procedures close by. You’re also within easy distance of awarding-winning care via the Novant Health and Atrium Health hospital systems, as well as a new medical school and academic hospital in partnership with Wake Forest.
largest hospital in the US (Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center)
of Advocate Health, 8th largest health system in the US (bed count)
to The Pearl & Innovation District: Wake Forest School of Medicine
lakes within a 2 hour drive
parks with almost 21,000 acres of parkland
miles of developed greenway trails
recreational activities held by the National U.S. Whitewater Center
flights daily from CLT airport for easy travel and vacation planning
Academically inclined, from pre-K to post-doc.
nationally ranked universities within a 200-mile radius, enhancing access to top-tier educational resources.
colleges, universities, and community colleges offering a broad range of educational and partnership opportunities.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) is the 18th-largest school district in the nation, with over 147,000 students enrolled.
private schools throughout the entire 14-county region (2024 school year)
A lifestyle worth living.
Here, commerce and culture go hand-in-hand. As businesses have moved to the region, so too have artists, creatives, chefs and entrepreneurs that help support a vibrant city, quirky small towns and thriving suburbs.
the NFL Charlotte Panthers, NBA Charlotte Hornets, USL Carolina Ascent FC, MLR Anthem RC, MLS Charlotte FC, and PBLA Charlotte Bootleggers
of the 2025 PGA Championship
The birthplace of NASCAR, home to the Charlotte Motor Speedway and NASCAR Hall of Fame
hockey (the Charlotte Checkers) and baseball (the Charlotte Knights) for affordable family fun
Museums, performing arts theaters and music venues
festivals, cultural celebrations and international festivals held annually
locally owned craft breweries
including James Beard Award Winners, Bon Appetit Best New Restaurant Winners, and more
largest urban area in the Carolinas
largest city in the US
city neighborhoods rank in Top 100 Best Places to Live (Niche, 2019)
A fast growing family destination just past the South Carolina border
Home to the Charlotte Motor Speedway and the NASCAR Hall of Fame
Proximity to Lake Norman, the “most beautiful Lake in North Carolina” per Business Insider
With five Local Historic Districts and ten National Register Historic Districts, architectural preservation abounds
