Contributed by Matthew Hanks, HRG Team Captain
Living in North Carolina (the Tar Heel State) comes with plenty of perks! Here are the top 10 benefits:
1. Mild & Varied Climate
You get all four seasons without extreme winters. Enjoy snow in the mountains, warm beach weather, and comfortable fall and spring temperatures.
2. Stunning Natural Beauty
From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks, North Carolina offers gorgeous scenery for hiking, camping, and water activities.
3. Affordable Cost of Living
Compared to other East Coast states, housing, groceries, and utilities are more budget-friendly, especially outside major cities like Charlotte and Raleigh.
4. Thriving Job Market
NC is home to growing industries in tech, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing, with companies like Bank of America, SAS, and Red Hat headquartered here.
5. Top-Tier Universities & Education
The Research Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill) has Duke, UNC, and NC State, plus other strong colleges across the state.
6. Southern Hospitality & Culture
Warm, welcoming communities and a rich cultural scene make North Carolina an enjoyable place to live. Bonus: The BBQ is legendary (Eastern vs. Western style—pick your side!).
7. Outdoor Recreation & Sports
Whether you love hiking, skiing, fishing, or boating, NC has it all. Plus, it’s a sports lover’s paradise with college basketball, NASCAR, the NFL Panthers, and NHL Hurricanes.
8. Tax Benefits & Business-Friendly Atmosphere
NC has lower property taxes than the national average and a business-friendly economy, making it great for entrepreneurs.
9. Prime Location on the East Coast
Close to Washington, D.C., Atlanta, and major airports, so travel is easy. Plus, NC has both beaches and mountains within a few hours’ drive.
10. Booming Real Estate Market
NC’s housing market is strong yet affordable, attracting buyers from all over the country—great for homeowners and investors alike.
Did we leave our YOUR favorite reason for loving and living in North Carolina??