City of Raleigh
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Why Raleigh?

With great weather, parks, greenways, festivals, sports venues, and a rich art scene, there's always something to do. Our amenities and strong network of medical centers place Raleigh on many top 10 lists of best places to live.


POPULATION: Raleigh (2019): 474,069; Wake County (2019): 1,111,761; Raleigh MSA (2019): 1,390,785


MEDIAN HOME PRICE: $284,246


MEDIAN RENT FOR A TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT: $1,163


WHERE IS RALEIGH LOCATED: Raleigh lies in the east-central part of the state conveniently located with access from I-40 as well as nearby I-85 and I-95 (connected to Raleigh via I-495). Both the mountains and beaches are only a short drive away.

Click Here to see a list of recognitions and accolades that Raleigh has received throughout the years or vist the City's official website at www.RaleighNC.gov.

Find more about what makes Raleigh such a great place to live, work and especially play, in the official visitor's website - VisitRaleigh.com.