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Carrboro, NC

Looking to move to Carrboro, NC? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Carrboro, NC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Carrboro, NC has a population of 21349. What about cost of living in Carrboro, NC? The median income in Carrboro, NC is $79,791 and the median home value is $477,915.

Read on to learn more about Carrboro, NC, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Carrboro, NC

Average Temperatures

71 high / 48 low

Average Annual Rainfall

47 in

Average Annual Snowfall

3 in

Quick Facts about Carrboro, North Carolina

Median Home Value
$477,915
Median Property Tax
$2,975
Total Population
21,349
Average Commute
22 min
Median Household Income
$79,791
Median Monthly Rent
$1,141

Map of Carrboro, NC

Experiences & Adventures in Carrboro, NC

musician playing on stage at the Cat's Cradle

8 Things to Do in Carrboro, NC

Cat's Cradle, ArtsCenter, bike paths highlight the many offerings


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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