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Demographics

The Charlotte metro area is home to almost 1,600,000 people and serves as the seat of government for Mecklenburg County. It is the largest city in North Carolina, but suburban communities like Concord, Gastonia, and Mt. Holly provide safer, quieter areas that are perfect for raising a family. Whether you are seeking an urban lifestyle, suburban, lakefront, or rural living, there are many choices available in the Charlotte region.

Booming with economic activity, Charlotte has all the advantages of being one of the most rapidly-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. Charlotte is first and foremost a banking city; nine of the nation's top 200 banks operate in Charlotte. With more than $1.1 trillion in assets, it is the second-largest financial center in the entire country (behind only New York City).

The Charlotte region has one of the nation's healthiest real estate markets, too. The current price of homes here is below the national average ? the median is about $240,000 ? which suggests the possibility of strong price growth (especially given the trend of relocation from other parts of the country). There are a huge variety of communities and subdivisions to choose from, as well as a healthy inventory of used homes. While The National Association of REALTORS? reports the possibility of a housing market bust in many parts of the country, the steady growth of the Charlotte region means there is very little danger of that happening here.

Education

Charlotte is served by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS), which operates 94 elementary schools, 32 middle schools, and 20 high schools throughout the region. There are also two exceptional children?s schools and four alternative schools. The CMS web site lists many other programs, services, and news bulletins that area residents will certainly find useful.

Those seeking higher education have many institutions to choose from in Charlotte. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Central Piedmont Community College, Johnson C. Smith University, Queens College, and the Art Institute of Charlotte all offer a variety of excellent programs, while specialty schools like the Mercy School of Nursing and the Universal College of Beauty cater to those with specific vocational goals.

Recreation and Sports

Sports enthusiasts have a lot to love about Charlotte. There is Carolina Panther?s (NFL) football and Charlotte Bobcat?s (NBA) basketball, while the Charlotte Knights offer International League baseball. For outdoorsmen there is camping, hiking, and sightseeing in Uwhaharrie National Forest and Pisgah National Forest. Most importantly, however, Charlotte is the hub of stock car racing: Lowe?s Motor Speedway (considered by many to be NASCAR?s ?home track?) hosts many races throughout the year, and the NASCAR Hall of Fame is scheduled to open here in 2009.

For family fun there is Celebration Station in South Charlotte and the Zuma Fun Center in Pineville; both offer activities like go-carts, miniature golf, video games, snacks, and drinks. Balloons Over Charlotte gives area residents access to balloon rides, while Ray?s Splash Planet provides water park fun during the hot summer months. Finally, everyone who enjoys science will love the Charlotte Nature Museum in Meyer?s Park and Discovery Place in Center City.

Arts and Culture

Charlotte is a fairly large, dynamic metro area, and as such it is home to many cultural attractions. The Elder Art Gallery, Hodges Taylor Gallery, and Mint Museum of Craft & Design ? all located in Center City ? present Charlotte residents with a variety of works by both local and national artists. Meanwhile, the finest performing arts in the region can be found at The Charlotte Symphony, N.C. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and North Carolina Dance Theater.

History is important here, too. The Charlotte Museum of History/Hezekeih Alexander Home and Historic Latta Plantation give residents a glimpse into the area?s interesting past. The Carolinas Aviation Museum, Char-Meck Fire Education Center and Museum, and Charlotte Trolley, Inc. offer historical exhibits for those with a specific interest in their area of specialty.

Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping

Center City has many of Charlotte?s finest eateries in one area! Here you will find authentic Spanish tapas and an international wine list at Arpa Tapas, traditional American favorites at Champions Sports Bar & Grill, and excellent seafood at LaVecchia?s Seafood Grille. Quaker Steak & Lube is a NASCAR-themed restaurant out by the speedway, while Boudreaux?s Louisiana Kitchen serves up the finest southern, Cajun, and Creole food in North Davidson (NODA).

For shopping enthusiasts, Charlotte is a Mecca. Traditional malls with big-name department stores and lots of specialty shops can be found in Center City (Latta-Arcade), North Charlotte (Northlake Mall), South Charlotte (Park Road Shopping Center), and many other locations. Those with an interest in antiques will enjoy the Historic South End and Powell Antiques. Finally, local bargain-hunters have easy access to Prime Outlets at Gaffney, a village-style outlet center voted number one in the Charlotte area.

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