Almost afraid to ask (Black community in Charlotte) (fit in, living in)

[Frank Lucas]

I saw somewhere that Charlotte was ranked as one of the top 10 cities for African Americans and I really would just like to know... is there a nice sized black population in Charlotte and not only that but... how are race relations in general in Charlotte. Make no mistake, I can get along with anybody that is a decent person, but I would like to know about the black community in particular. Are there opportunities for advancement, is there a lot of poverty in the black communities there, is there a nice sized number of black profesionals that don't fit into any negative stereotypes, etc.

I hope this question doesn't offend anyone, but hey, at least it's honest.

[NCgirl]

Is there a nice sized black population in Charlotte?

Yes. From City- Data - Races in Charlotte:
White Non-Hispanic (55.1%)
Black (32.7%)
Hispanic (7.4%)
Other race (3.6%)
Two or more races (1.7%)
Asian Indian (0.9%)
Vietnamese (0.8%)
American Indian (0.7%)
Other Asian (0.7%)

How are race relations in general in Charlotte?

Good. Do a search in this forum and you will find many posts on this subject.

Are there opportunities for advancement?

Yes.

Is there a lot of poverty in the black communities there?

There are some pockets of poorer communities but black does not automatically equal poverty here.

Is there a nice sized number of black profesionals that don't fit into any negative stereotypes, etc.

Absolutely!

[jadedSOUL83]

Originally Posted by Frank Lucas

Are there opportunities for advancement, is there a lot of poverty in the black communities there, is there a nice sized number of black profesionals that don't fit into any negative stereotypes, etc.

I hope this question doesn't offend anyone, but hey, at least it's honest.

I live in a middle-ground area and see tons of black professionals. Many driving bmw's, mercedes, lexuses, etc, dressed nicely with their families. I work at LPL financial and I'd say at least 40% of my floor alone is Black professionals. Our xmas party was fun b/c people were actually dancing

[the 7 oh 4]

Charlotte has a nice mix of Black/White population and for the most part everyone gets along. Unfortunately there is racism (and not just black/white) everywhere and all we can do is pray for ignorant people. I think you will find a nice mix in Charlotte.

[groove1]

Charlotte is actually probably the most racially friendly city I've lived in, with maybe the exception of me briefly living in S. Florida. I've also lived in detroit and Buffalo.

[vindaloo]

There are nice black communities around Charlotte. As far as race relations, everyone I know judges a person by his attitude, etc. If you are a nice person with a good attitude and do your part in society, you will be respected like anyone else. The race thing is secondary.