The Center City of Charlotte, also known as Uptown, is considered the epicenter of The Queen City. Uptown is the city’s primary employment hub and hosts headquarters for several Fortune 500 companies.

East Charlotte spans from Uptown east to the towns of Matthews and Mint Hill. This is where some of Charlotte’s most established suburban neighborhoods are located.

North Charlotte is located from Uptown north to the county border with Cabarrus. Life here mostly revolves around the University of North Carolina Charlotte (UNCC). The campus and the surrounding University City are major employment centers for the city of Charlotte.

South Charlotte spans from Uptown south to the border with South Carolina. This is where the most renowned neighborhoods in the Queen City are located, along with its highest price points.

West Charlotte encompasses a large area spanning from Uptown west to the Catawba River. It is primarily suburban and has several famous amenities including The Billy Graham Library and U.S. National Whitewater Center.

The city of Charlotte has seven townships located within Mecklenburg County. These towns comprise a sizable portion of the MSA, each with a unique atmosphere.