This college town in North Carolina is well known for its walkable downtown full of shops, eateries, and more to explore.

NC's rankings in different data points run from the seventh best state overall for economy to 32nd for infrastructure.

The cities offer “top-notch universities,” “delicious dining options” and “an outstanding arts scene,” according to the new study.

The cost of living is higher in Asheville, but finding a home in one of the best cities to live in North Carolina can be worth it. It's also a popular place for retirees. They relocate to North ...

Three North Carolina cities rank among the nation’s best places to live. Simone Jasper sjasper@newsobserver.com North Carolina is one of the “most desirable” states — and boasts three of ...

Do you live in one of America's best cities to call home? What makes a place a good spot to live differs for everyone. Some prefer the peace and quiet of life in a small town while others would ...

Two Wake County towns have climbed to the top of U.S. News and World Report's newly expanded Best Places to Live rankings, outshining some of North Carolina's largest cities. Triangle Forward Our ...

The city of Cherryville and the town of Dallas were recently included in a WorldAtlas list of the nine best places to live in North Carolina. The list names Dallas' proximity to Charlotte and abundant ...

We wanted to pinpoint the best cities to live in the South for affordability and quality of life. Of the top 15 southern cities, three are in North Carolina, according to US News and World Report.

Is North Carolina a good place to live? See where NC landed in ... best in the U.S., according to USA TODAY NC towns named in Southern Living's 25 best places to visit in 2025 These three NC ...