CHARLOTTE, N.C. –Pickleball has taken the U.S. by storm, with facilities and courts popping up nationwide. There are now more than 68,000 pickleball courts across the country, with 18,000 added in 2024 alone.
As the weather warms up, search demand for “pickleball courts near me” has increased by 114% in the past month.
With that in mind, SIXT ranked the most pickleball obsessed cities across the country based on the number of pickleball courts, sports stores, and search volume for pickleball related terms, all measured per capita to determine which cities have the most pickleball obsessed populations
Charlotte, NC is the #4 pickleball hotspot in the U.S.
Charlotte has become a pickleball haven, ranking #4 as one of the most pickleball-obsessed cities in the U.S. With 227 pickleball courts and 110 sports stores, the city offers plenty of places to play and shop for gear. With more than 8,000 searches for pickleball-related terms, it’s clear that Charlotte’s love for the sport is soaring. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the game, Charlotte has everything you need to get in on the action.
Want to know which other cities in the U.S. share a similar pickleball obsession? See below.
