The Rowan-Cabarrus area has become known as one of the fastest growing regions in the Southeast, attracting national and international businesses, along with a diverse population, to its cities of Concord, Kannapolis, Salisbury, and surrounding towns.  Rowan and Cabarrus Counties are ideally located between the banking center of Charlotte and the seat of state government in Raleigh, both among the most desirable cities in the country.

With the opening of the new North Carolina Research Campus (NCRC) in downtown Kannapolis, some 5,000+ jobs will be created within the next 5-10 years while research and development activity there are expected to generate significant related small business activity. 

The links below provide some quick stats on Rowan and Cabarrus Counties and see why this region is not only an exciting place to live but a smart choice to operate a small business.

http://www.charlotteusa.com/Regional/regional_communities.asp?
DataType=Overview&countyFIPS=37025
 
http://www.charlotteusa.com/Regional/regional_communities.asp?
countyFIPS=37159

Also visit area Chambers:

Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce
Rowan County Chamber of Commerce