Charlotte, North Carolina
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City Overview
As of 2009, Charlotte's population is 671,588 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 16.58 percent.
The median home cost in Charlotte is $174,810. Home appreciation the last year has been -2.20 percent.
Compared to the rest of the country, Charlotte's cost of living is 9.30% Lower than the U.S. average.
Charlotte public schools spend $5,961 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 15 students per teacher in Charlotte.
The unemployment rate in Charlotte is 9.40 percent(U.S. avg. is 8.50%). Recent job growth is Negative. Charlotte jobs have Decreased by 3.30 percent.
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People
The 2009 Charlotte, NC, population is 671,588. There are 2,601 people per square mile (population density).
Family in Charlotte, NC
The median age is 33.7. The US median is 37.6. 53.17% of people in Charlotte, NC, are married. 9.26% are divorced.
The average household size is 2.39 people. 20.81% of people are married, with children. 9.69% have children, but are single.
Race in Charlotte, NC
53.64% of people are white, 35.12% are black, 4.18% are asian, 0.36% are native american, and 6.78% claim 'Other'.
9.80% of the people in Charlotte, NC, claim hispanic ethnicity (meaning 90.20% are non-hispanic).
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Charlotte... Southern city without charm or hospi: I would like to start of with the positive things about Charlotte. It is an extremely CLEAN city without much urban decay, The city has been vigilant about keeping... (read more)re: I am Asian American - there is a lot racism h: I'm African American and yes diversity is good, but it doesn't make a place suitable. It's all about what you are looking for in a livable community. I'm sorry, but... (read more)re: I am Asian American - there is a lot racism h: I recently went to Charlotte to visit and find out if this is a place where I would like to live. We did the "Queen City" tour and got a feel of the history of Charlotte... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
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Health
There are 272 physicians per capita in Charlotte, NC. The US average is 170.
Charlotte, NC Health Index
Air quality in Charlotte, NC is 17 on a scale to 100 (higher is better). This is based on ozone alert days and number of pollutants in the air, as reported by the EPA.
Water quality in Charlotte, NC is 60 on a scale to 100 (higher is better). The EPA has a complex method of measuring watershed quality using 15 indicators.
Superfund index is 20 on a scale to 100 (higher is better). This is upon the number and impact of EPA Superfund pollution sites in the county, including spending on the cleanup efforts.
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re: Best Life I Have Found - 3/5/2009: Probably because you do not understand yourself.Your desires are very moderate.A moderate town does not rock,sir.It is not a 'big city',it's a town with miles and miles... (read more)re: Quality of Life.. - 2/25/2009: You will love this place here if you are from Ohio,West Virginia,Western New York or any other dried up place.Lots of your friends are already... (read more)re: Quality of Life.. - 2/25/2009: Nascar,churches and their followers,sports fans,wannabes,young couples washing down mind altering anti-depressants with alcohol.... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
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Economy
The unemployment rate in Charlotte, NC, is 9.40%, with job growth of -3.30%. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 24.10%.
Charlotte, NC Taxes
Charlotte, NC,sales tax rate is 7.50%. Income tax is 7.00%.
Charlotte, NC Income and Salaries
The income per capita is $30,552, which includes all adults and children. The median household income is $54,242.
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No jobs here...: Bad employer attitudes, bad treatment of people who apply, false job leads, firing at will, discrimination that you could never believe possible in this era (age and... (read more)Relocation: I am looking to relocate from a suburb of Detroit Michigan where our unemployment rate is 10%. Just wondering how easy it would be to find work once... (read more)re: Working In Charlotte - 5/6/2008: WOW...I cant even get a employer to call me back and My resume' is flawless w/ 18 years of experience...I sent out a 100 resume's and nothing...guess it because I am a... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
| Unemployment Rate | 9.40% | 8.50% |
| Recent Job Growth | -3.30% | -3.10% |
| Future Job Growth | 24.10% | 26.40% |
| Sales Taxes | 7.50% | 6.00% |
| Income Taxes | 7.00% | 5.02% |
| Income per Cap. | $30,552 | $24,020 |
| Household Income | $54,242 | $44,684 |
| ESTIMATED HOUSEHOLDS BY HOUSEHOLD INCOME | | |
| Income Less Than 15K | 10.19% | 13.64% |
| Income between 15K and 25K | 9.30% | 11.21% |
| Income between 25K and 35K | 11.56% | 11.46% |
| Income between 35K and 50K | 16.31% | 15.84% |
| Income between 50K and 75K | 19.96% | 19.28% |
| Income between 75K and 100K | 12.16% | 11.53% |
| Income between 100K and 150K | 11.57% | 10.70% |
| Income between 150K and 250K | 5.60% | 4.43% |
| Income between 250K and 500K | 2.07% | 1.31% |
| Income greater than 500K | 1.30% | 0.61% |
| POPULATION BY OCCUPATION | | |
| Management, Business, and Financial Operations | 18.47% | 13.61% |
| Professional and Related Occupations | 20.33% | 20.24% |
| Service | 12.40% | 14.75% |
| Sales and Office | 29.26% | 26.74% |
| Farming, Fishing, and Forestry | 0.13% | 0.74% |
| Construction, Extraction, and Maintenance | 7.95% | 9.48% |
| Production, Transportation, and Material Moving | 11.47% | 14.44% |
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Housing
The median home value in Charlotte, NC, is $174,810. Home appreciation is -2.20% over the last year. The median age of Charlotte, NC, real estate is 23 years.
Charlotte, NC Apartments and Rentals
Renters make up 38.94% of the Charlotte, NC, population. 6.36% of houses and apartments in Charlotte, NC, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Charlotte Housing SperlingViews
You'll love Charlotte NC!: If you are considering relocating to Charlotte NC or surrounding area, you should know that the cost of living in Charlotte NC is one of the most affordable in the... (read more)Housing Market in Charlotte: Even with all the changes in the Real Estate industry, Charlotte remains a great market. Homes continue to appreciate, though at a slightly lower rate and the inventory... (read more)Charlotte's great Real Estate Market: This Real Estate Market is great. Buyers have so much to choose from and prices are outstanding. Uptown Charlotte is the place to... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
| Median Home Age | 23 | 27 |
| Median Home Cost | $174,810 | $202,300 |
| Home Appreciation | -2.20% | -4.60% |
| Homes Owned | 54.56% | 64.07% |
| Housing Vacant | 6.36% | 14.48% |
| Homes Rented | 38.94% | 21.45% |
| Property Tax Rate | $10.47 | $13.28 |
| OWNER-OCCUPIED HOUSING UNITS BY VALUE | | |
| Less Than $20,000 | 0.72% | 3.01% |
| $20,000 to $39,999 | 0.90% | 4.37% |
| $40,000 to $59,999 | 2.88% | 5.74% |
| $60,000 to $79,999 | 6.42% | 7.07% |
| $80,000 to $99,999 | 10.33% | 8.41% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 28.14% | 19.74% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 18.83% | 14.06% |
| $200,000 to $299,999 | 15.70% | 16.59% |
| $300,000 to $399,999 | 6.47% | 8.21% |
| $400,000 to $499,999 | 3.62% | 4.53% |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 3.33% | 4.75% |
| $1,000,000 or more | 1.17% | 1.86% |
| HOUSING UNITS BY YEAR STRUCTURE BUILT | | |
| 1999 to October 2005 | 13.76% | 10.15% |
| 1995 to 1998 | 11.09% | 6.69% |
| 1990 to 1994 | 9.35% | 6.70% |
| 1980 to 1989 | 18.96% | 14.75% |
| 1970 to 1979 | 15.34% | 17.11% |
| 1960 to 1969 | 13.85% | 12.78% |
| 1950 to 1959 | 9.79% | 11.64% |
| 1940 to 1949 | 4.37% | 6.64% |
| 1939 or Earlier | 3.48% | 13.55% |
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Crime
Charlotte, NC, violent crime, on a scale from 1 (low crime) to 10, is 8. Violent crime is composed of four offenses: murder and nonnegligent manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. The US average is 3.
Charlotte, NC, property crime, on a scale from 1 (low) to 10, is 7. Property crime includes the offenses of burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson. The object of the theft-type offenses is the taking of money or property, but there is no force or threat of force against the victims. The US average is 3.
Charlotte Crime SperlingViews
DONT MOVE HERE: This is a horrible city to live in. I'm From NYC and it has less crime there. There are too many shootings and break in's. If your not two types of people you will never... (read more)re: Interested in moving to Charlotte, NC - 2/25/2: Until they start keeping these repeat offenders locked up, Charlotte crime figures are going to escalate. Anytime criminals tell arresting officers that thry come to... (read more)Thinking About Moving: I'm thinking about moving to North Carolina with my 12 year old son. Looking for some where safe to live. I currently live in Yonkers, New York. I notice when looking... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
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Climate
Charlotte, NC, gets 44 inches of rain per year. The US average is 37. Snowfall is 4 inches. The average US city gets 25 inches of snow per year. The number of days with any measurable precipitation is 119.
On average, there are 218 sunny days per year in Charlotte, NC. The July high is around 88 degrees. The January low is 34. Our comfort index, which is based on humidity during the hot months, is a 35 out of 100, where higher is more comfortable. The US average on the comfort index is 44.
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Weather in Charlotte: Charlotte's weather is basically fine and I have no real gripes. It is often on the humid side, both summer and winter. With all the trees in this city, there always... (read more)Summers are HOT - HOT - HOT: It is true that, after enduring New England winters for 45 years, the winters here are relatively mild. I used to be able to wear a very light jacket during the winter,... (read more)Can't beat it in my opinion: Charlotte has 3 great seasons (Spring, Autumn, and Winter). Summers can be hot, but manageable. Having lived in the north (Chicago), it's a welcome repreive during... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
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Education
Charlotte, NC, schools spend $5,961 per student. There are 15 pupils per teacher, 685 students per librarian, and 383 children per counselor in Charlotte, NC schools.
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re: Charlotte not a place to move if you have kids: I'm sorry to hear about your struggles with TEACCH. For a while, my autistic nephew lived with my parents in Mooresville, NC. They also had a difficult time with that... (read more)Public Schools don't meet expectations...: A number of people are moving to Charlotte because the cost of living is low compared to the national average. Downside in regards to education - most of the "good"... (read more)Charlotte not a place to move if you have kids wit: We recently moves here from California. We had thought because North Carolina founded TEACCH and it is a statewide program that their would be good autism services. We... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
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Transportation
The average one-way commute in Charlotte, NC, takes 27 minutes. 79% of commuters drive their own car alone. 13% carpool with others. 3% take mass transit and 3% work from home.
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City grows before infrastucture: Charlotte is attempting to grow into a destination city, but has failed to provide a proper infrastructure to allow for all the growth. The streets are years behind in... (read more)transportation: For a relatively large city, the roads here are not able to keep up with te population. There is one rail line that leads from the south end of town into center city.... (read more)city roads: the roads are not well... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
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Cost of Living
Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Charlotte, NC is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Charlotte, NC is more expensive.
Overall, Charlotte, NC cost of living is 90.70.
Charlotte Cost of Living SperlingViews
Charlotte NC - a great place to live!: Great place to live. This city has been growing rapidly and the Cost of Living(specifically taxes) are increasing very quickly although it is still much cheaper to live... (read more)Charlotte is Ok: I was transfered to Charlotte almost 10 years ago and find it a good place to live. The problem with Charlotte is that they have a politcal system and elected officials... (read more)Charlotte: Charlotte, NC provides a great variety of things to do at a very reasonable cost to living there. That along with the climate and growth make it easy to understand why... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
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47.97% of the people in Charlotte, NC are religious, meaning they affiliate with a religion. 8.53% are Catholic; 32.95% are Protestant; 0.55% are LDS; 3.50% are another Christian faith; 1.22% in Charlotte, NC are Jewish; 0.10% are an eastern faith; 1.12% affilite with Islam.
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re: Best Life I Have Found - 3/5/2009: Probably because you do not understand yourself.Your desires are very moderate.A moderate town does not rock,sir.It is not a 'big city',it's a town with miles and miles... (read more)re: Quality of Life.. - 2/25/2009: You will love this place here if you are from Ohio,West Virginia,Western New York or any other dried up place.Lots of your friends are already... (read more)re: Quality of Life.. - 2/25/2009: Nascar,churches and their followers,sports fans,wannabes,young couples washing down mind altering anti-depressants with alcohol.... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
| Percent Religious | 47.97% | 50.03% |
| Catholic | 8.53% | 21.92% |
| Protestant | 32.95% | 19.12% |
| LDS | 0.55% | 1.57% |
| Baptist | 13.21% | 8.16% |
| Episcopalian | 1.36% | 8.12% |
| Pentecostal | 2.58% | 1.89% |
| Lutheran | 1.53% | 2.81% |
| Methodist | 6.75% | 3.84% |
| Presbyterian | 7.52% | 1.33% |
| Other Christian | 3.50% | 4.66% |
| Jewish | 1.22% | 2.16% |
| Eastern | 0.10% | 0.05% |
| Islam | 1.12% | 0.54% |
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51.63% of the people in Charlotte, NC are registered as Democrats. 48.00% are registered Republican. Remaining are independent: 0.37%.
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To Previous Poster: No thank you, we'll keep our current mayor and Mayor Nagin can just stay in NOLA and he might need his school buses (maybe he'll use them this time). PS your post was... (read more)DONT MOVE HERE: This is a horrible city to live in. I'm From NYC and it has less crime there. There are too many shootings and break in's. If your not two types of people you will never... (read more)re: Interested in moving to Charlotte, NC - 2/25/2: Until they start keeping these repeat offenders locked up, Charlotte crime figures are going to escalate. Anytime criminals tell arresting officers that thry come to... (read more)Have an opinion about Charlotte? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Charlotte Click Here
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