Charlotte metropolitan area
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Charlotte metropolitan area
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|---|---|
Metropolitan area | |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC Metropolitan Statistical Area | |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina, South Carolina |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 2,660,329 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
The Charlotte metropolitan area, also known as the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC Metropolitan Statistical Area, is a metropolitan area centered around the city of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States and encompasses several counties in both North Carolina and South Carolina.
Geography[edit | edit source]
The Charlotte metropolitan area includes the following counties:
- In North Carolina: Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Gaston, Union, Iredell, Lincoln, Rowan, and Cleveland.
- In South Carolina: York, Lancaster, Chester, and Chesterfield.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The Charlotte metropolitan area is a major U.S. financial hub, second only to New York City in terms of banking assets. It is home to the headquarters of Bank of America and the east coast operations of Wells Fargo. The area also has a strong presence in the energy sector, with companies like Duke Energy headquartered in Charlotte.
Education[edit | edit source]
The region is served by several higher education institutions, including:
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Davidson College
- Queens University of Charlotte
- Central Piedmont Community College
Transportation[edit | edit source]
The Charlotte metropolitan area is served by several major highways, including Interstate 77, Interstate 85, and Interstate 485. The area is also served by the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the United States.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, the population of the Charlotte metropolitan area was 2,660,329. The area has seen significant growth over the past few decades, driven by its strong economy and high quality of life.
Sports[edit | edit source]
The Charlotte metropolitan area is home to several professional sports teams, including:
- Carolina Panthers (NFL)
- Charlotte Hornets (NBA)
- Charlotte FC (MLS)
- Charlotte Knights (MiLB)
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Bank of America
- Duke Energy
References[edit | edit source]
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