York County, SC

The South Carolina suburbs immediately south of the state line, anchored by Fort Mill, Rock Hill, and Tega Cay in York County. This cross-state corridor is one of the Charlotte metro's most popular relocation destinations, fueled by South Carolina's lower property taxes, no state tax on groceries, and award-winning Fort Mill schools. Fort Mill (pop. 36,200+) and the adjacent Indian Land CDP (in Lancaster County) attract young families with new construction and proximity to Carowinds and I-77. Rock Hill (pop. 78,000+) is the county's largest city and home to Winthrop University, Knowledge Park, and a revitalizing downtown. Tega Cay (pop. 12,800+) and Lake Wylie offer lakefront living on Lake Wylie. Clover rounds out the region with small-town charm. I-77 provides 20-35 minute commutes to Uptown Charlotte.