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Charlanta Megaregion | |
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Country |
United States
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State(s) |
Georgia,
North Carolina,
South Carolina
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Major Cities | Atlanta, Charlotte, Greenville |
Population | 22,000,000 |
Charlanta is one of the Megaregions of the United States, and is part of the Piedmont Atlantic Megaregion. Extending along the I-85 Corridor, the region stretches from Charlotte to Atlanta. With more than $1 trillion in economic output, it is considered one of the 12 regional powerhouses that drive the economy of the United States. [1] [2] Based on projections, this region's urban areas will "expand 165%, from 17,800 km2 in 2009 to 47,500 km2 in 2060," [3] ultimately connecting the urban sprawl of Atlanta and Charlotte. [4] Researchers have expressed concern that this urban development will create a warmer climate along the corridor and increase flood risks in the region. [3] [5]
Rank | Primary statistical area | Anchor city | Population (2020 Census) | State(s) |
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1 | Atlanta–Athens-Clarke County–Sandy Springs | Atlanta | 6,930,423 | GA |
2 | Charlotte–Concord–Gastonia | Charlotte | 2,846,550 | NC / SC |
3 | Greenville–Spartanburg–Anderson | Greenville | 1,487,610 | SC |