May 16, 2025 - News
Charlotte expands: 23K newcomers boost city rank
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Charlotte is the 13th most populous city in the United States, per new census estimates.
Why it matters: It continues to rank among the fastest-growing cities, adding more than 23,000 people between 2023 and 2024.
Between the lines: Population change reflects both in-and-out migration as well as births and deaths.