North Carolina is the third fastest-growing state in terms of population, adding 133,088 residents from July 2021 to July 2022, coming behind Texas and Florida. Many are moving to the state for job opportunities and an affordable lifestyle. Five people who moved to North Carolina cite their reasons for relocating, including the state’s natural beauty, hands-off government, and more aligned values. Tara Theden-Hart moved from California for better weather, lower cost of living, and to be close to the civil rights history of the region. Rochelle Woodruff sought political alignment and the peace of the countryside. Alexandra Shaw, originally from the UK, loves the mild winters and the welcoming community. John Yuschak was drawn to North Carolina’s tech sector, and Charlotte’s open feel. However, Cielo De Jose and William Scott moved from California for the lower cost of living in North Carolina, but found it to be not as low as they expected, and may not stay long.