CHARLOTTE, N.C. – On average, 157 people move to the Charlotte Region every day 1, according to a new Charlotte Regional Business Alliance analysis. This consistent population growth underscores the region’s position as a powerful magnet for growth, matching or surpassing the momentum of some of the most dynamic markets in the country.
Key Takeaways
- Between July 1, 2023, and July 1, 2024, the Charlotte Region saw a net gain of 57,300 residents through migration alone, according to the U.S. Census. This surge equates to an average of 157 people moving to the region every day.
- Every county in the Charlotte Region posted positive population gains between 2023 and 2024.
- The Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metropolitan statistical area (MSA) ranked ninth nationwide in the number of people who moved to the area between 2020 and 2024. When compared to peer regions, Charlotte outperformed major competitors like Boston, Philadelphia, Nashville, Los Angeles, Raleigh, and Minneapolis in terms of net numeric migration.
“The consistent flow of people moving to our region reinforces what we already know—Charlotte is a destination of choice,” said Tracy Dodson, COO and head of economic development at the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance. “Talent follows opportunity, and the Charlotte Region continues to deliver both. This momentum strengthens our position as one of the most competitive and dynamic markets in the country.” More information from the report can be found here.
