Wake County

Overview for Wake County, NC

46,387 people live in Wake County, where the median age is 38.6 and the average individual income is $43,601. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

46,387

Total Population

38.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$43,601

Average individual Income

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Around Wake County, NC

There's plenty to do around Wake County, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

29
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
27
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Feng Cha Wake Forest, Bedford Food & Drink, and Fishin Shrimp.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.89 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.74 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.78 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.62 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.68 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.12 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Wake County, NC

Wake County has 16,513 households, with an average household size of 2.79. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wake County do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 46,387 people call Wake County home. The population density is 2,570.38 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

46,387

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.6

Median Age

48.6 / 51.4%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
16,513

Total Households

2.79

Average Household Size

$43,601

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Wake County, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Wake County. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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