Charlotte, North Carolina, claimed the fifth spot on U.S. News and World Report’s list of top places to live in America. The city’s strong banking sector and central location stand out.
“We are not a well-kept secret, and being a great place to live and pursue work is our cornerstone,” said Michael Smith to WCNC. “We’ve got great infrastructure. We’ve got great talent, which brings jobs, which brings talent, and it’s just a positive cycle.”
Banking thrives here: It’s the second-largest financial center in America. The local airport buzzes with activity as the world’s sixth busiest. Smith noted, “Mid-Atlantic, great highway connection, sixth busiest airport in the world. We punch way above our weight on that.”…