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Mecklenburg County

#3 in Best Counties to Live in North Carolina
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • County in North Carolina
  • 24 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Housing
      B+
    3. Nightlife
      A+
    4. Good for Families
      A+
    5. Diversity
      A+
    6. Jobs
      A-
    7. Weather
      B+
    8. Cost of Living
      B-
    9. Health & Fitness
      A+
    10. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    11. Commute
      B-
    Mecklenburg County is located in North Carolina with a population of 1,054,314. Mecklenburg County is one of the best places to live in North Carolina. In Mecklenburg County, most residents own their homes. In Mecklenburg County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Mecklenburg County and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Mecklenburg County are highly rated.
    Population
    1,054,314
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    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $219,800
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,099
    National
    $949
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      44%
    • Own
      56%
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    Mecklenburg County Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      389.2
      282.7
    • Murder
      8.6
      6.1
    • Rape
      22.1
      40.7
    • Robbery
      199.4
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      650.3
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,770.2
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      264.9
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      9%
    • 25-34 years
      17%
    • 35-44 years
      15%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      11%
    • 65+ years
      11%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      15%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      29%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      28%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      17%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      10%
      13%
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    Working in Mecklenburg County

    Jobs
    A-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $64,312
    National
    $55,322
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    • Public Schools
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      Mecklenburg County Reviews

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      I’ve been here about 2 years now. It’s diverse and there’s a lot to do! People are generally nice enough, however, it’s competitive business-wise and people tend to have a superficial charm.
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      I love living in Mecklenburg County! My family and I live very close to the University, Northlake and Concord area and because of that, it is close to a lot of great shopping areas, grocery stores, restaurants, and churches. I haven't had much experience with the school situations but I know that there are some large public and private schools nearby.
      Since I moved to Charlotte 10 years ago, I have moved quite often and have noticed a great deal of differences. There are more neighborhoods and shopping centers. Places that used to be natural woods and nature are now lined with buildings and construction sites. It’s been pretty alright.
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