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Raleigh, NC

Looking to move to Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Raleigh, NC is located in Wake County and it has a population of 471,317. What about cost of living in Raleigh, NC? The median income in Raleigh, NC is $65,704 and the median home value is $261,127.

Read on to learn more about Raleigh, 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.

Raleigh Rankings

Affordable Places To Live In Raleigh

Median Household Income
$65,704
Median Home Value
$261,127
Housing Affordability Index
124
Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)
17.50%

 

Education & Career Opportunities In Raleigh

Unemployment Rate
3.10%
Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher
52.60%
Percent of Population in the Workforce
70.70%
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Food Scene in Raleigh

44.20%
Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months
Restaurants per Capita
25.30
Percent of Adults who Dined Out
54.70%
Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out
$1,283.00
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Love Where You Live In Raleigh

Volunteerism Rate
18.70%
Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization
Voting
53.00%
Of Adults Voted in Last Election
Local Participation
6.60%
Adults Served on a Local Committee
Diversity Index
68.70
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Health in Raleigh

87.90%
Of Population Has Health Insurance
16.60%
Of Population Jogged in the Past Year
Hospitals per Capita
0.17
27.60%
Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months

Where to Live Now In Raleigh

Average Mortgage Amount
$987.60
Median Rent
$868
51.60%
Of Homes Owned
48.40%
Of Homes Rented
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Experiences & Adventures In Raleigh

9.90%
Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year
13.00%
Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year
13.80%
Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year
18.80%
Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year
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