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Chapel Hill, NC

Looking to move to Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, NC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Chapel Hill, NC has a population of 63242. What about cost of living in Chapel Hill, NC? The median income in Chapel Hill, NC is $98,605 and the median home value is $560,849.

Read on to learn more about Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, NC

Average Temperatures

71 high / 49 low

Average Annual Rainfall

46 in

Average Annual Snowfall

2 in

Quick Facts about Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Median Home Value
$560,849
Median Property Tax
$3,541
Total Population
63,242
Average Commute
18 min
Median Household Income
$98,605
Median Monthly Rent
$1,235

Map of Chapel Hill, NC

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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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