As one of the nation's fastest-growing regions, Wake County is home to more than one million people in 13 different cities and towns. We offer you and your family a reasonable cost of living combined with comfortable neighborhoods and diverse cultural attractions. Simply put, this community is one of the nation's best places to live and work.
Information about Wake County Lifestyle
Excellent Education
The Wake County Public School System is the 15th largest district in the U.S., with more than 160,000 students and nearly 200 schools and programs. Wake and the surrounding counties are home to numerous public and private colleges and universities that offer undergraduate and advanced degree options as well as certification programs to full and part-time students. Our district's partnerships with local higher education institutions make it easy for our staff to attain additional certifications, degrees and training.
Thriving Economy
Wake County and neighboring Durham County are home to the Research Triangle Park (RTP), the largest industrial park in the state. This region is a hub for many areas, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, textiles and other goods contributing to our robust and stable economy.
Outdoor Splendor
Wake County boasts moderate temperatures throughout the year, allowing you to fully appreciate our incredible parks, rolling hills, trails, greenways and lakes. We're just a few hours away from the beaches on the Atlantic coast and the Blue Ridge Mountains to the east.
Exciting Sports
Amateur, collegiate and professional athletic teams are proud to call Wake County home. Enjoy professional NHL hockey (Carolina Hurricanes), NWSL and USL soccer (North Carolina Courage and North Carolina FC) and minor league baseball (Durham Bulls and Carolina Mudcats). Niche sports include billiards, cricket and even roller derby.
Cultural Hub
Art and history aficionados will find themselves right at home with many museums and landmarks to explore such as the North Carolina Museum of Art, Marbles Kids Museum, the North Carolina Railway Museum and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Live performances and musical acts can be enjoyed at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, the North Carolina Symphony, Coastal Credit Union Music Park and beyond.
