Charlotte
USA
Updated on August 10, 2025
Overview
Charlotte is North Carolina's largest financial center and the second-largest city in the southeastern United States. Known as the 'Queen City', it's famous for being the heart of NASCAR with 75% of racing teams based in the city. Its growing economy, Southern hospitality, and accelerated urban development make it one of the most attractive destinations for professionals and families.
Average cost of living€4,595.00
Quality of Life76/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€700.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,600.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,250.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,800.00
3-bed flat (outside)€2,100.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€175.00
Internet€70.00
Mobile plan€60.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.50
Monthly pass€40.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€3.20
Leisure
Cinema ticket€14.00
Fitness club€50.00
Education
Preschool (month)€1,000.00
Intl. primary (year)€12,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€4,000.00
sqm outside center€3,000.00
Advantages
- ✓ Growing financial center with great job opportunities
- ✓ NASCAR capital of the world with rich sports scene
- ✓ Southern hospitality and vibrant culture
- ✓ Developing infrastructure with modern transportation projects
- ✓ Proximity to mountains and Atlantic coast
- ✓ Relatively affordable cost of living compared to other major cities
Disadvantages
- × High crime rates compared to similar cities
- × Heavy traffic during rush hours
- × Hot and humid climate in summer
- × Car dependency for mobility
- × Rapid gentrification in some neighborhoods
- × Limited public transportation