Wake Forest, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
51,199 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$120,777 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$435,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$726 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,307 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.9% 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 39
Feb 3 1 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 70
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 red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NC State Senate District 18, NC State House District 35, NC
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Schools

Wake Forest Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Heritage Middle
1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Wake Forest Middle School
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Living Arts College
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Gwinnett College
9 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Platt College-Miller-Motte-Raleigh
10 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Duke Health Raleigh Hospital
11 miles, SW • 5 star
Wakemed, Raleigh Campus
13 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Rex Hospital
15 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
67 miles, SE • 1 star
Piedmont Triad International Airport
80 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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