Cary, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
176,686 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
70.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$129,399 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$525,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$696 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,454 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wake County
1
Raleigh-Cary Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wake County
1
Raleigh-Cary Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 0 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NC State Senate District 16, NC State House District 41, NC
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Schools

Hopewell Academy
<1 miles, N • 1 star
Cary Christian School
<1 miles, SE • 5 star
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Colleges

Mitchells Academy
5 miles, SE • 1 star
Platt College-Miller-Motte-Cary
5 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Wakemed, Cary Hospital
4 miles, S • 3.2 star
Rex Hospital
7 miles, E • 5 star
Duke Health Raleigh Hospital
12 miles, E • 5 star
Wakemed, Raleigh Campus
13 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
66 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
81 miles, SE • 1 star
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