Chatham | Research Triangle Regional Partnership

Chatham County is one of the fastest growing counties in North Carolina. Located between two metro areas – the Research Triangle and Piedmont Triad – Chatham County is an attractive place to live and do business, best known for its low cost of living, abundant recreation opportunities, and energetic historic main streets.

It has a robust manufacturing presence, with a workforce that is prepared for the technological advances of the 21st century. Existing industries include 3M, Arauco, General Shale, Triangle Brick, Mountaire Farms, and Brookwood Farms.

Chatham County Data & Demographics

Major Employers

Top 25 Employers

Chatham Park

Already underway in Chatham County is Chatham Park, a 7,000 acre planned mixed-use development located adjacent to Jordan Lake and Pittsboro. At full build out, the project is expected to add 60,000 residents and will house 22 million square feet of office, research, retail and community space.

Click here to visit the Chatham Park website to learn more.

Unique Developments and Contributions

Chatham Park, a 7,100-acre mixed-use development in Pittsboro, is under construction in Pittsboro
MOSAIC at Chatham Park, an $800 million project, will serve as the gateway to Chatham Park.
The 1,802-acre certified Chatham-Siler City Advanced Manufacturing Site has the unique geographic location to draw resources from two major metro areas
The 2,600-acre Moncure Megasite is minutes from Raleigh and a collaborative effort from Chatham, Lee, and Harnett counties.
Award-winning Briar Chapel is one of the largest Green Certified communities in the Research Triangle.

Join Chatham County as it grows. View available buildings and sites in Chatham County.

Infrastructure and Support

Within an hour’s drive of Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Greensboro and Pinehurst
Excellent highway and rail access
Skilled and educated resident workforce
Easy access to urban amenities
Diverse housing choices
A public-school system committed to fostering a strong culture of learning
An innovative community college system that offers unique curriculum programs, continuing education classes and customized workforce training for employers

Learn more about how Chatham County supports local industries.