RALEIGH-DURHAM: AN ECONOMICALLY DIVERSE  METRO RISING TO
GLOBAL RECOGNITION

The Raleigh-Durham region, also referred to as the Research Triangle, has become one of the nation’s top destinations for new residents, businesses and investors thanks to its low cost of living and doing business, outstanding quality of life and deep bench of talent. The Raleigh-Durham region features a diverse local economy. As the state capital, Raleigh has a significant government presence, providing a considerable level of stability in the region’s employment base. Other primary drivers include professional and business services, education, health care, technology, life science and a growing advanced manufacturing base.

#1

Largest Research Park in the U.S.

Research Triangle Foundation (2023)

#1

Best City for First-Time Homebuyers

ConsumerAffairs (2023)

#2

Best Place to Live in America

StudyFinds (2024)

18,000+

Degrees Conferred Annually from Tier-1 Research Universities

UNC | NC State | Duke (2023)

#1

Place to Start a Small Business

LendingTree (2023)

#2

Hottest Real Estate Market in 2024

U.S. News & World Report (2024)