How the Charlotte Region stacks up against major U.S. metros

As economic landscapes across the nation continue to evolve, the Charlotte Region stands out as a dynamic and competitive hub for growth, innovation and opportunity. Charlotte surpasses major U.S. metropolitan areas in key areas such as population growth, cost of living, workforce strength, industry vitality and energy affordability.
With steady expansion across sectors like finance, manufacturing and tech — paired with a favorable quality of life and business climate — Charlotte is