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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Martha J.

Co-working spaces in Cary?

Curious what people think. I work in real estate and Median household income is $129,399, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Does this match your experience? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

3 replies 55 upvotes jobs
urban_william43

Most overrated things about Cary

Random thought, Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,621/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,621 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes ...

12 replies 16 upvotes best-worst
Parker Cox

Anyone regret moving to Cary?

Hey folks, Average temperature is around 62°F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $525,200 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know your thoughts. Night life is decent if you know the ...

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Parker Cox

Best restaurants in Cary?

Curious what people think. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Is this normal for Cary?

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Gabriel Flores

Anyone else love living in Cary?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $129,399, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider — Cary sits at 66.1 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some get...

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Gabriel Flores

Internet providers in Cary?

Alright, The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Karen R.

Day-to-day life in Cary, NC

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I've been here for 18 years and Homes are going for about $525,200 on average. Crime rate is something to consider — Cary sits at 66.1 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Thanks!

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Kai A.

What surprised you most about Cary?

Curious what people think. Been living here since 2006. The median home value here is around $525,200, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $525,200 on average. Crime rate is something to consider — Cary sits at 66.1 per 100K. Poverty rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. The school system ...

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urban_william43

Best companies to work for in Cary?

I'm originally from Miami and Median household income is $129,399, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,621 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoati...

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Sophie Carter

What I wish I knew before living in Cary

Random thought, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $129,399, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. Would love some local perspective...

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Gianna C.

Is Cary worth it salary-wise?

Random thought, My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a mid-size city city with about 177K people. With a population of 177K, Cary is a mid-size city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs?

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Hudson Foster

Grocery stores in Cary — recommendations?

Hey everyone, Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,621/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 62°F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What neighborhoods would you suggest? People her...

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Henry Baker

Job hunting in Cary — tips?

First post here. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Looking forward to hearing from you all. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly goo...

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Evan D.

Co-working spaces in Cary?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $129,399, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider — Cary sits at 66.1 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $525,200 on ave...

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Aiden L.

Couple moving to Cary from out of state

So, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 177K, Cary is a mid-size city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Is this normal for Cary? Cheers. There's a gr...

5 replies 48 upvotes moving
John Gutierrez

Relocating to Cary, NC — pros and cons?

Hey everyone, We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,621 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Should I be concerned?

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Addison Brooks

Raising a family in Cary — thoughts?

Alright, We're a young couple and It's a a mid-size city city with about 177K people. Household incomes average around $129,399 in Cary. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-offs? Property taxes are high but you get good services. T...

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Sadie

Working remotely from Cary

Been meaning to ask this. The median home value here is around $525,200, which is pretty steep. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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John Gutierrez

Job hunting in Cary — tips?

OK so Crime rate is something to consider — Cary sits at 66.1 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Cary? Looking forward to hearing from you all. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think i...

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Carolyn C.

Just moved to Cary, any tips?

Longtime lurker here, I work in healthcare and It's a a mid-size city city with about 177K people. Rent is about $1,621/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? Thanks in advance! There's a growing...

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Zachary G.

Worst things about living in Cary

Look, I love Cary, but let's be real about the downsides: Traffic can be bad during rush hour Winters are harsh Not much to complain about honestly Don't get me wrong, it's still a great place overall. But people should know what they're getting into.

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Carolyn C.

Is Cary a good place to live?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $525,200 on average. With a population of 177K, Cary is a mid-size city. You can expect to pay around $1,621 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Cost of li...

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Evan D.

Best neighborhoods in Cary

So, I'm a college student here and Median household income is $129,399, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. What do you all think? It's changi...

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Allison B.

Housing in Cary compared to Houston

Longtime lurker here, I'm originally from Miami and You can expect to pay around $1,621 for rent here. Poverty rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,621/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all t...

13 replies 46 upvotes housing
Madelyn Baker

Moving from San Diego to Cary next month

Hello, I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider — Cary sits at 66.1 per 100K. With a population of 177K, Cary is a mid-size city. Rent is about $1,621/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Th...

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Aiden L.

Cary in the winter — how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $1,621 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What are your go-to spots? The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here...

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Aiden L.

Working in Cary — salaries realistic?

So, Poverty rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $129,399 in Cary. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I wrong here...

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Autumn Rivera

Studio apartments in Cary — options?

Rent is about $1,621/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Should I be concerned? Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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