| Cabarrus
County, North
Carolina, established in 1792, lies within the
shadow of the bustling metropolis city of Charlotte.
Located in North Carolina's south-central region,
Cabarrus County features the signature hilly
countryside and refreshingly moderate climate of the Carolina
Piedmont. Widely known as the Center of American
Motorsports, Cabarrus County, NC has the heart and
soul of stock car racing embedded in its fabric.
Encompassing 365 square miles, Cabarrus County
includes twelve townships and several cities and
towns. Concord
and Kannapolis
are the larger cities within Cabarrus County, NC.
Concord, population 55,977, serves as the seat and
center of commerce for Cabarrus County. Kannapolis,
population 36,910, is the birthplace of the late Dale Earnhardt
Sr., and Dale
Earnhardt Jr., both renowned NASCAR drivers.
According to the Census
2000 data, Cabarrus County is home to 131,063
residents.
As part of the sixteen-county Charlotte Region,
Cabarrus County, North Carolina enjoys a prosperous
economy with tremendous potential for expansion. Cabarrus
County joins with some of its leading
municipalities to offer new and expanding companies
beneficial resources that include its 'Industrial
Incentive Grant Program'. Traditionally, the local
economy thrived on manufacturing industries; however,
recent surges in growth are occurring in the
financially based sectors. Cabarrus County, NC houses
a labor force of more than 78,000 employees who enjoy
a median household income that rises above the
national average. Its strategic location along the
busy Interstate
85 affords businesses convenient access into and
out of the area.
Cabarrus County operates a highly successful school
district and serves the majority of the county,
with the exception of designated sections of Kannapolis.
Residents also have several private schools from which
to choose. Higher education facilities include Barber-Scotia
College, the Cabarrus
College of Health Sciences and a campus of the Rowan-Cabarrus
Community College. The Charlotte
campus of the University
of North Carolina is a short distance from Harrisburg
via Interstate 85.
Cabarrus
County, North Carolina stands out as an inviting
destination for tourists. Concord
Mills Mall in Concord is North Carolina's most
popular destination. Lowe's
Motor Speedway, also in Concord, is an exciting
super speedway racetrack that holds nearly 400
race-related events each year, including three major NASCAR
races. Considered the heart of NASCAR, nearly 90% of
the major racing teams operate their headquarters
within 50 miles of Lowe's Motor Speedway. Cabarrus
County is also home to the Reed
Gold Mine. In 1799 it was the site of America's
first gold discovery.
Additional attractions include several famous race
shops, such as Hendrick
Motorsports, scenic parks and various dining and
shopping facilities throughout the county.
Cabarrus
County, North
Carolina includes several close knit communities
built firmly on the foundation of its heritage. Low
crime rate, affordable living and a wealth of career
and educational opportunities poise Cabarrus County as
an ideal place to call home.
< Back to About North Carolina
|
