More people are moving to the Charlotte metro, keeping it among the top in the nation for population growth. This is according to the 2024 U.S. Census Bureau estimates that were released on Thursday. It said our area gained more than 61,000 people from the year prior. This would bring the population to around 2.8 million.

In 2024, the county's population reached 924,740 people, as of July 1 — the date which the federal agency uses for its annual release of estimates. This is an increase of 2,880 people — or 0.31% — from the 2023 data, which reported a population of 921,860.

Census data reveals that Jasper County is third among the fastest-growing counties in the United States. Local officials say that growth hasn't slowed down.

Raleigh-Cary metro area grew 2.6% to 1.562 million people. Triangle region attracts diverse populations and businesses, fueling economic growth. Durham-Chapel Hill and Charlotte metros also experienced significant population increases.