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Wake Forest, NC
North Carolina · Wake County · Raleigh-Cary Metro
Wake Forest is a mid-size city in North Carolina with a population of 51,199. Residents earn $120,777 per year, which is 61% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
3.9
/5.0
B+
Good
51,199
Population
2,575/sq mi density
$120,777
Median Income
$49,241 per capita
$435,000
Home Value
$507,778 Zillow
$1,458
Median Rent
24.7% income on rent
58°F
Avg Temperature
310 sunny days/yr
52
Violent Crime/100K
852 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$120,777 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$435,000 home value, $1,458/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
52 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$120,777
61% higher than US avg
Home Value
$435,000
54% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
52/100K
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
57.8%
72% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,458
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.7%
86% lower than US avg
How Wake Forest Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population51,199
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density2,575/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans8.2%
Economy
A+Median Income$120,777
Per Capita$49,241
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$128,428M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+Home Value$435,000
Rent$1,458
Ownership74.7%
Zillow$507,778
Housing Units17,754
Rent Burden24.7%
Crime
FViolent52/100K
Property852/100K
Murder2.2/100K
Assault35/100K
Burglary72/100K
Health
Obesity28.9%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking9.3%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Education
A+Bachelor's+57.8%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+21.9%
School Score6.57
Community
2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute31 min
Broadband97.4%
EV Stations14
Libraries23
Is Wake Forest a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wake Forest receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Wake Forest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wake Forest is $120,777, which is significantly higher than the national average / 61% above $75,149. This places Wake Forest among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wake Forest is $435,000, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,458 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Wake Forest is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 852 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.
Education
Wake Forest is a highly educated community / 57.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Wake Forest enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Wake Forest has a population of 51,199 with a density of 2,575 people per square mile, spread across 19.9 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (67.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 19.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.7% of residents, while 9.3% speak Spanish. 8.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 94.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
51,199
Total Population
2,575
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
19.9mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Wake Forest vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wake Forest vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wake Forest is $120,777, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,241 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,477. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 50,997 business establishments, including 2,765 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 25.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Wake Forest vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $120,777 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,241 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,477 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $117,835 |
| Gini Index | 0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 50,997 |
| County GDP | $128,428M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,765 |
| Healthcare | 3,559 |
| Retail | 3,595 |
| Manufacturing | 605 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,347 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 94.30 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.1% |
| Work from Home | 25.1% |
Walkability
The median home value in Wake Forest is $435,000, 54% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $507,778, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,458 (25% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 17,754 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2006. The average annual property tax is $5,347 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $435,000 |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $507,778 |
| Median List Price | $435,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $435,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $191 |
| Homes Sold | 63 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.6% |
| Price Drops | 34.7% |
| Inventory | 222 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,458 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,800 |
| Rent Burden | 24.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 74.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 25.3% |
| Housing Units | 17,754 |
| Median Year Built | 2006 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,347 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.23% |
In Wake Forest, 28.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 9.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 16.0% report binge drinking. 16.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.3% experience frequent mental distress. 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,157. The dentist ratio is 1:1,344. 98.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)
PM2.5
6.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
8.0
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
2.6
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
85.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.5
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
139.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: Wake Forest vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.9% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 4.3% |
| Cancer | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 9.3% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.6% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.3% |
| Physical Distress | 9.2% |
| Short Sleep | 31.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| Uninsured | 7.2% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,157 |
| Dentists | 1:1,344 |
| Mental Health | 1:233 |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Dental Visits | 71.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,322/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,559 |
Wake Forest has a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 34.7 per 100,000, robbery at 8.7, rape at 6.5. The murder rate is 2.2 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 852 per 100,000, 57% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 745, burglary at 72, vehicle theft at 35 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 91 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wake Forest receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Wake Forest vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 52.0/100K |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Murder | 2.2/100K |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Rape | 6.5/100K |
| Robbery | 8.7/100K |
| Assault | 34.7/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 851.7/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 71.5/100K |
| Theft | 745.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 34.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 91 |
| Traffic Accidents | 2,724 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Wake Forest enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 351 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 351 ft (107 m) |
| Area | 19.9 sq mi (51.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,575/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9644°N, 78.5133°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Wake County County |
| Nearest Airport | Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0414 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 12.0 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.09 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.30 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 9.1 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 95.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 87.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.1 in |
Wake Forest has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 39°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (3.0").
Wake Forest is located in Wake County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 57.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 21.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 61.9% of the vote, a 25.5-point margin. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 14 EV charging stations. There are 23 public libraries serving the community. 3,559 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.5% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 25.5 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 91 |
| Traffic Accidents | 2,724 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 57.8% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.8% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 21.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.57 |
A+
Education Grade (5.0/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,575/sq mi |
| Total Area | 19.9 sq mi |
| County | Wake County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 97.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 229.5 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 79.0 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 14 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 15 |
| Public Libraries | 23 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,559 |
| Restaurants | 2,765 |
| Retail Stores | 3,595 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 30.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.1% |
| Work from Home | 25.1% |
Average costs for common services in Wake Forest. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $236 ($141–$377) |
| Specialist Visit | $330 ($189–$519) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $189 ($94–$330) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,075 ($754–$4,715) |
| Dental Cleaning | $123 ($71–$189) |
| Dental Filling | $236 ($141–$377) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $42 ($24–$71) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $71 ($47–$113) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $283 ($141–$472) |
| Tire Rotation | $38 ($19–$71) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $566 ($377–$943) |
| Battery Replacement | $189 ($94–$330) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $94 ($57–$141) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $85 ($47–$132) |
| HVAC Repair | $377 ($141–$754) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316) |
| Roof Repair | $943 ($377–$1,886) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,415 ($472–$3,301) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290) |
| DUI Defense | $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,415 ($754–$2,829) |
| Will Preparation | $472 ($189–$943) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,358 ($943–$4,715) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($14–$42) |
| Women's Haircut | $52 ($28–$94) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $141 ($71–$236) |
| Manicure | $24 ($14–$42) |
| Pedicure | $38 ($24–$61) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $75 ($47–$123) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $132 ($75–$236) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $66 ($28–$141) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $66 ($38–$113) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $66 ($38–$94) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $61 ($28–$94) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $80 ($47–$141) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $189 ($71–$472) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $66 ($28–$123) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.54–$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $94 ($28–$236) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28 ($14–$71) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,132 ($566–$2,358) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $943 ($472–$1,886) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $377 ($189–$660) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $47 ($24–$94) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $943 ($377–$2,358) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $57 ($28–$94) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $94 ($47–$189) |
| Dog Grooming | $57 ($28–$94) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38 ($19–$71) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $283 ($141–$472) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $189 ($94–$377) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,331 |
| Toddler | $1,088 |
| Preschool | $817 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $938 |
| Toddler | $872 |
| Preschool | $875 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Wake County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 78,504 | 4,719 | $70,412 | 0.84 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 76,654 | 11,966 | $120,319 | 1.69 |
| Retail Trade | 64,802 | 3,854 | $41,933 | 0.99 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 58,175 | 3,060 | $26,407 | 0.98 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 50,495 | 3,954 | $59,052 | 1.31 |
| Construction | 45,432 | 4,330 | $85,109 | 1.33 |
| Finance & Insurance | 26,563 | 2,721 | $125,357 | 1.00 |
| Wholesale Trade | 25,832 | 2,601 | $113,865 | 1.00 |
| Information & Technology | 24,763 | 2,119 | $149,317 | 2.02 |
| Manufacturing | 23,638 | 947 | $106,929 | 0.44 |
| Other Services | 21,292 | 4,155 | $56,002 | 1.08 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 19,364 | 1,050 | $49,993 | 0.70 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 13,484 | 746 | $33,505 | 1.23 |
| Real Estate | 12,178 | 2,721 | $73,797 | 1.20 |
| Educational Services | 11,890 | 942 | $49,266 | 0.88 |
| Management of Companies | 9,906 | 294 | $142,259 | 0.90 |
| Utilities | 2,070 | 100 | $119,712 | 0.83 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 1,037 | 95 | $63,395 | 0.20 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 284 | 18 | $430,084 | 0.11 |
| Unclassified | 39 | 162 | $88,159 | 0.04 |
Colleges & Universities in Wake Forest
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary | Private Non-Profit · Graduate | 3,754 | 76.6% | $10,516 | $10,516 |
Schools in Wake Forest
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest High School | High | 2,101 | 111 | 18.9:1 |
| Heritage High | High | 1,811 | 99 | 18.3:1 |
| Franklin Academy (Charter) | Other | 1,651 | 112 | 14.7:1 |
| Heritage Middle | Middle | 997 | 60 | 16.6:1 |
| Wake Forest Middle School | Middle | 968 | 61 | 15.9:1 |
| Endeavor Charter School (Charter) | Elementary | 767 | 52 | 14.8:1 |
| Envision Science Academy (Charter) | Elementary | 741 | 52 | 14.3:1 |
| Wake Forest Charter Academy (Charter) | Elementary | 636 | 37 | 17.2:1 |
| Heritage Elementary | Elementary | 622 | 45 | 13.8:1 |
| Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School (Charter) | Elementary | 615 | 36 | 17.1:1 |
| Jones Dairy Elementary | Elementary | 582 | 40 | 14.6:1 |
| Richland Creek Elementary | Elementary | 489 | 38 | 12.9:1 |
| North Wake College and Career Academy | High | 353 | 20 | 17.7:1 |
| Wake Forest Elementary | Elementary | 342 | 31 | 11.0:1 |
Radio Stations near Wake Forest
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afrobeats jazz | afrobeats, amapiano | MP3 | |
| WCMC-FM 99.9 The Fan ESPN | carolina hurricanes, sports | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WCPE TheClassicalStation | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Jukin Oldies | beach music, oldies | MP3 64 kbps | |
| WCPE The Classical Station | classical | OGG | |
| WXDU 88.7 FM Duke University Radio | duke, durham | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WRAL News+ | local news, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 100.7 WRDU | — | UNKNOWN | |
| His Radio | christian, contemporary | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| 95.7 That Station | aaa, adult contemporary | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WKNC 88.1 HD2 | college radio, indie | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WKNC 88.1 HD1 | blues, classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Little Raleigh Radio: High quality 64 Kbps AAC+ | country, independent radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Savage Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps |
National Parks Near Wake Forest
18 national parks and monuments found near Wake Forest.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Carver's Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cliffs of the Neuse State Park | State Park | Free |
| Deep River State Trail | State Park | Free |
| Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site | State Park | Free |
| Eno River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Lower Haw River State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Medoc Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mitchell Mill State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Mountains-to-Sea Trail | State Park | Free |
| Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Occoneechee State Park | State Park | Free |
| Os-058 | State Park | Free |
| Raven Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Staunton River Battlefield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Staunton River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| William B. Umstead State Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in Wake Forest
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRANKIE G. WEEMS GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 9197608332 | $73,708,156 | |
| LOUISBURG COLLEGE ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 9194962521 | $20,381,469 | |
| NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM SOCIETY | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 9197332290 | $6,590,439 | |
| MARBLES KIDS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9198344040 | $5,974,352 | |
| NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCES | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 11 W JONES ST | 9197337450 | $5,740,617 |
| NORTH CAROLINA STATE MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 9197079800 | $5,740,617 | |
| PRESERVATION NC | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9198323652 | $2,300,522 | |
| RALEIGH SCHOOL OF NURSE ANESTHESIA | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9192509740 | $659,358 | |
| VISUAL ARTS EXCHANGE | ART MUSEUM | 9198287834 | $344,075 | |
| CAPITAL AREA PRESERVATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1101 HAYNES STREET | 9198336404 | $288,483 |
| RALEIGH CITY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9199962220 | $176,171 | |
| JOEL LANE MUSEUM HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 160 SOUTH SAINT MARYS STREET | 9198333431 | $147,450 |
| HAYWOOD HALL COMMITTEE | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9198328357 | $123,602 | |
| NORTH CAROLINA SUPREME COURT HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9194342603 | $61,309 | |
| EXECUTIVE MANSION FUND | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9198077950 | $58,702 | |
| YATES MILL ASSOCIATES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4620 LAKE WHEELER ROAD | $47,848 | |
| RALEIGH HISTORIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 219 FAYETTEVILLE STREET | 9198327238 | $35,897 |
| RALEIGH HALL OF FAME | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9199092753 | $19,956 | |
| LORD GRANVILLE AGRICULTURALHERITAGE ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $10,885 | ||
| HISTORIC WOODVILLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6018887830 | $8,745 | |
| EVIDENTIARY RESEARCH INSTITUTE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $1,800 | ||
| AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND PRESERVATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BEN FRANKLIN SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2524330272 | ||
| BOARD OF TRUSTEES - NATIONAL TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CENTURY POST OFFICE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| CHINQUA-PENN PLANTATION REIDSVILLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CREATIVITY CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9193259134 | ||
| DOROTHEA DIX PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1213 DIXIE TRAIL | 9197876378 | |
| DR. M. T. POPE HOUSE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| GREEN ENGINEERING | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9192770784 | ||
| GREGG MUSEUM OF ART AND DESIGN | ART MUSEUM | 9195153503 | ||
| HERITAGE SOCIETY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9198533293 | ||
| HISTORIC INTERPRETATIONS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9193391558 | ||
| INSTITUTE FOR HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND EDUCATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| J. C. RAULSTON ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 9195153132 | ||
| LITTLE RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| NCCU ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | |||
| NCSG ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 9196646740 | ||
| NORTH CAROLINA MILITARY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF HISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5 EAST EDENTON STREET | 9198077900 | |
| NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUMS COUNCIL | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY INSECT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9195152011 | ||
| NORTH CAROLINA TRANSPORTATION HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6608 SIX FORKS ROAD #201 | 9192720063 | |
| OLD HICKORY ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PIEDMONT RAILROAD MUSEUM & LIBRARY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 11 WEST JONES ST | ||
| RALEIGH CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3912 WHITE CHAPEL WAY | 3362726524 | |
| RALEIGH FIRE MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 105 KEETER CENTER DRIVE | ||
| SPRING GREEN PRESERVATION FUND | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SS UNITED STATES PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| VISUAL ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 9198287834 | ||
| WAKELON | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Wake Forest
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES | 4020 CARYA DR | 0.0 | 3,758,990 | |||
| FRANKLIN COUNTY LIBRARY | 906 N MAIN ST | 0.0 | 192,839 |
Farmers Markets in Wake Forest
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creedmoor Farmers Market | 214 North Main Street | ||||
| Franklin County Farmers' Market | Visit | ||||
| Midtown Farmers Market | 4150 Main at North HIlls | 04/16/2016 to 11/05/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Moore Square Farmers Market | 500 Block Fayetteville St. | 04/24/2013 to 10/30/2013 | Wed: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| North Raleigh Farmers' Market | 1145 Falls River Avenue | April to October | Wed:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market | 400 block of Fayetteville Street, City Plaza | 04/30/2014 to 10/29/2014 | Wed: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| State Farmers Market | 1201 Agriculture St | 01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Wake Forest Farmers Market | 150 N. White St. | 04/05/2014 to 11/22/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| WakeMed Farmers Market | 3000 New Bern Ave | 05/05/2015 to 05/19/2015 | Tue: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Wendell Farmers Market | May to October | Sat:9:00 am - 1:00 pm; | Visit | ||
| Zebulon Farm Fresh Market | 103 N Arendell Ave | 05/02/2020 to 08/29/2020 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit |
Hotels in Wake Forest
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Candlewood Suites Wake Forest Raleigh Area
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn Raleigh/Town Of Wake Forest
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raleigh North - Wake Forest
Sleep Inn
Tru
Woodspring Suites Raleigh
Restaurants in Wake Forest
68 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
1250 Heritage Resturant
Amalia's Authentic Italian Restaurant
Asian Bistro
Aye! Toro Tacos & Tequila
Backfins Crabhouse
Big Al's BBQ
Bodega Tapas, Wine, and Rum
Brigs
Brixx Wood-Fired Pizza
Buffalo Brothers Restaurant and Bar
Carolina Ale House
Carolina Ale House
Casa Cubana Restaurant and Rum Bar
Char Grill USA
Charlie's Kabob Grill
Chili's
Cici's Pizza
Dante's Italiano
El Tapatio
Empanada Factory
Fiesta Mexicana
First Watch
George's Pizzeria
Girasole
Gonza Tacos Y Tequila
Hayashi Japanese Restaurant
Hibachi Express
Hibachi Japan
Jumbo China
Korean Kitchen
Korean Kitchen Wake Forest
Los Tres Magueyes
Main Street Grille
Main Street Grille, Cafe & Bakery
Mellow Mushroom
Mex/Tex
Milazzo's Ristorante
Milton's Pizza and Pasta
Mizu House
Nantucket Grill
Olive Garden
Over the Falls
Paco's Pizza
Panera Bread
Patronies Pizza
Pizza Hut
Planet Smoothie
Rainbow King
Randy's Pizza
Real McCoy's
Red Robin
Sake House
Showmars
Shuckers
Smiths Smokehouse and Smoothies
Stewart's Bistro
Sugar Magnolia Cafe
Taza Grill
Taza Grill
Texas Roadhouse
The Border Restaraunt
The Burger Shop
The Forks Cafeteria
The Lemon Tree: Cafe
The Pickled Onion
Tlaquepaque
Town Hall Burger and Beer
Waffle House
Cafes in Wake Forest
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bedford Food & Drink
Black & White Coffee Roasters
Feng-Cha Boba Tea
Frabjous Catfe
NY Bagel
Paul & Jack
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Wake Forest Coffee Company
Cinemas in Wake Forest
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Marquee Cinemas
Theatres in Wake Forest
3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Amphitheater
Amphitheater
Amphitheater
Clinics in Wake Forest
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism
Duke Urgent Care Heritage
Rex Healthcare of Wakfield
Wake Health Medical Group
Dentists in Wake Forest
7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Aspen Dental
DentalWorks
Emerald Family Dentistry
Galligan Family Dentistry
Gladwell Orthodontics
US #7592691099
Wake Forest Dental Arts
Veterinaries in Wake Forest
5 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Companion Animal Hospital
Complete Pet Care Animal Hospital at Heritage
VCA Animal Hospital and Pet Resort Durant Road
Veterinary Specialty Hospital of the Carolinas
Wake Forest Animal Hospital
Gas Stations in Wake Forest
17 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
BP
Eagles Gas
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Harris Teeter Fuel Center
Lowes Food Gas
Marathon
Murphy USA
Sam's Club Gas Station
Sheetz
Sheetz
Sheetz
Shell
Shell
Taylor Mart
Banks in Wake Forest
18 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bank of America
Bank of America
BB&T
Chase
Costal Credit Union
Fidelity Bank
Fidelity Bank
First Citizens Bank
First Horizon Bank
North State Bank
PNC Bank
PNC Bank
State Employees' Credit Union
State Employees’ Credit Union
SunTrust
Truist
Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo
Gyms in Wake Forest
11 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Alchemy Hot Yoga
Anytime Fitness
Club Pilates
F45 Training
Find a Way Fitness
Innovative Martial Arts Academy
Kerr Family YMCA
Orangetheory Fitness
Stretch Lab
THE YOGA LOFT
US #1467195777
Golf Courses in Wake Forest
5 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Brevofield Golf Links
Paschal Golf Club
The Hasentree Club
The Heritage Club
TPC Wakefield Plantation
Breweries in Wake Forest
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beltline Brew Tours | Brewery Tours, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, Tour | Glenwood Ave | 9192851228 | |
| Ben's Place | brewers | 8100 Country Trl | 9197825900 | Visit |
| Big Boss Brewing Company | Brewery, Beer Garden, Pub | 1249 Wicker Dr | 9198340045 | Visit |
| Brew | Brewers | 111 Seaboard Ave 116 | 9198966198 | |
| Compass Rose Brewery | Food & Drink, Brewery North Raleigh, Breweries | 3201 Northside Dr | 9198755683 | Visit |
| Crafty Beer Shop | Brewery and Beer Garden | 2005 Fairview Rd | 9196153008 | Visit |
| Grand Touring Transportation - Green Machine Raleigh Brew Tour | Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, Brewery Tours, tour, Tour | 512 Three Sisters Rd | 19199990345 | |
| Lonerider Brewing Co | Brewers | 8816 Gulf Ct | 9197814947 | |
| Lynnwood Brewing Concern | Brewery East Raleigh | 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd | 9194247533 | |
| Lynnwood Grill | American Restaurant, Restaurants, Brewery, Bar, Neighborhood Bars | 4821 Grove Barton Rd | 9197850043 | Visit |
| Neuse River Brewing Company | Brewery Five Points | 518 Pershing Rd Raleigh | 4043867522 | Visit |
| Nickelpoint Brewing Co | Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Brewery | 506 Pershing Rd | 9199165961 | Visit |
| Oak City Brewing | Brewery and Beer Garden | 616 N 1st Ave | 9193738487 | Visit |
| Office Tavern | Bar and Dive Bar, breweries & brew pubs | 710 W Johnson St | ||
| Pepsi Bottling Ventures Llc | Bottlers, Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Other Manufacturers, Wholesalers | 4141 Parklake Ave 600 | 9198652300 | |
| Raleigh Brewing Co | Brewers | 3701 Neil Saint 3709 | 9194009086 | |
| Smoothie King | Health Food Stores, Health Food Stores, Breweries, Wholesale Foods | 3101 Edwards Mill Rd 107 | 9197838330 | |
| The Cary Pub | American Restaurant, Pub, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Pub, Brewery | 6454 Tryon Rd | 9198591070 | Visit |
| Trophy Brewing Co. & Taproom | Brewery | 656 Maywood Ave | 9198031333 | Visit |
| White Street Brewing Co | Brewers | 400 Park Ave | 9195696761 |
Stadiums & Teams in Wake Forest
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Hurricanes | NHL | Metropolitan |
Nursing Homes in Wake Forest
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HILLSIDE NURSING CENTER OF WAK 968 EAST WAIT AVENUE |
For profit - Corporation | 130 | 117 | 3/5 | — | 4/5 | 2/5 | 9195564082 |
Pharmacies in Wake Forest
10 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 7051 | 245 EAST ROOSEVELT AVENUE | 919-556-1900 |
| HARRIS TEETER - 43 | 3638 ROGERS ROAD | 919-562-9531 |
| HEALTHFIRST PHARMACY | 2001 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 919-569-0500 |
| RITE AID - 11384 | 12225 CAPITAL BOULEVARD | 919-556-2905 |
| SUPERTARGET | 12000 RETAIL DRIVE | 919-761-1002 |
| VILLAGE PHARMACY OF WAKE FOREST | 900 SOUTH FRANKLIN STREET | 919-556-2757 |
| WAKE FOREST DRUG | 3113 ROGERS ROAD | 919-554-2699 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 5254 | 2114 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 919-562-9519 |
| WALGREENS - 9156 | 941 DURHAM ROAD | 919-570-3249 |
| WALGREENS - 9987 | 3601 ROGERS ROAD | 919-453-0932 |
EV Charging Stations in Wake Forest
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walmart 5254 - Wake Forest, NC | 2114 S. Main St. | Electrify America | 1 | 3 | CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO | public |
| Wegmans 11051 Ligon Mill Road DCFC | 11051 Ligon Mill Road | Volta | 2 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| Crossroads Nissan - Wake Forest | 11120 Capital Blvd | Non-Networked | 1 | 1 | CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO | public |
| Candlewood Suites Wake Forest Raleigh Area - Tesla Destination | 12050 Retail Dr | Tesla Destination | 4 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| Crossroads Nissan - Wake Forest | 11120 Capital Blvd | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | private | |
| High Peaks Wake Forest | 1609 Heritage Commerce Court | AMPUP | 2 | J1772 | private | |
| Legacy Wake Forest | 1421 Legacy Falls Dr | CHARGEUP | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| WAKE EMC SUGAR GAP | 916 Sugar Gap Road | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| WESTGATEKIA STATION 1 | 10956 Star Rd | ChargePoint Network | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| WF EV STATIONS S WHITE EV | 150 S White St | ChargePoint Network | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| WF EV STATIONS TOWN HALL EV1 | 317 Brooks St | ChargePoint Network | 1 | J1772 | public | |
| WF EV STATIONS TOWN HALL EV2 | 301 Brooks St | ChargePoint Network | 1 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Wake Forest
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.1 MI SW OF INT ROLESVILLE AND US 401 (Rolesville / 090247) | TOWER | 129 |
| SR 1224 MAY RD | TOWER | 127 |
| (Lake Wendell site) 16739 Buffalo Road | TOWER | 105 |
| OFF CASH RD | TOWER | 96 |
| 2602 W LYON STATION RD | TOWER | 81 |
| RALEIGH MARKET | TOWER | 81 |
Fire Stations in Wake Forest
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Hill Rural Fire Department, Inc. | 7045 Stony Hill RD | Mostly volunteer | 919-562-6425 | ||
| Wake Forest Fire Department | 420 Elm AVE | Mostly career | 919-556-1966 |
Power Plants Near Wake Forest
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAKE RJ3 SOLAR ENERGY STORAGE | BATTERIES; SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221118 | -78.4 | T |
| CENTURYLINK REGIONAL HQ | PETROLEUM LIQUIDS | 221112 | -78.5 | SB |
Bridges in Wake Forest
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1994 | 155 | 48,500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1960 | 59 | 48,500 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1941 | 209 | 45,500 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2007 | 157 | 30,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1986 | 259 | 29,250 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1978 | 248 | 29,250 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2006 | 35 | 29,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2006 | 194 | 29,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2006 | 29 | 29,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2005 | 115 | 26,500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2010 | 345 | 26,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1994 | 161 | 24,250 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2010 | 345 | 22,000 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 137 | 22,000 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 135 | 22,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1980 | 21 | 20,500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1980 | 455 | 18,500 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 82 | 17,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2022 | 59 | 16,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2011 | 100 | 15,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1984 | 269 | 15,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2013 | 479 | 13,500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2007 | 399 | 12,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2011 | 85 | 11,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2019 | 39 | 11,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1962 | 43 | 9,900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2009 | 170 | 9,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2005 | 70 | 8,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 100 | 8,200 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 121 | 8,100 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1987 | 82 | 6,800 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 130 | 6,200 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1988 | 44 | 5,700 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2022 | 38 | 4,500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1978 | 21 | 3,500 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1992 | 41 | 2,900 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 123 | 2,300 | G | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 2008 | 88 | 500 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2001 | 21 | 500 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1961 | 61 | 500 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2013 | 152 | 500 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2018 | 21 | 101 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2018 | 22 | 101 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1957 | 51 | 100 | P |
Amtrak Stations in Wake Forest
2 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina State Fair, NC | 1025 Blue Ridge Road | TRAIN |
| Raleigh, NC | 510 West Martin Street | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Wake Forest
3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| EFFINGHAM COUNTY POWER, LLC | 411 FAYETTEVILLE STREET MALL | WAKE |
| MALLINCKRODT-RALEIGH PHARMACEUTICAL PLANT | 8801 CAPITAL BOULEVARD | WAKE |
| NOMACO ZEBULON | 501 INNOVATIVE WAY | WAKE |
Airports Near Wake Forest
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Raleigh-Durham International Airport | RDU | Large Airport |
| Johnston Regional Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Lake Country Regional Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Rocky Mount Wilson Regional Airport | RWI | Medium Airport |
| Seymour Johnson Air Force Base | GSB | Medium Airport |
| Aaron Penston Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bagwell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ball Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barclaysville Field | — | Small Airport |
| Barker Field | — | Small Airport |
| Boyd Field | — | Small Airport |
| C A G Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Charles Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cox Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cox-Grantham Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Crooked Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Daghita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dean Field | — | Small Airport |
| Deck Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Deer Run Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Double S Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Easley Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fiddleair Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flyers Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Fuquay Airport / Angier Field | — | Small Airport |
| Harnett Regional Jetport Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hawks Nest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Henderson Oxford Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hinton Field | — | Small Airport |
| Holeman Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kenly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Ridge Aero Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Larry F Warren Field | — | Small Airport |
| Loop Field Ultralight Flightpark | — | Small Airport |
| Martindale Executive Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Mecklenburg Brunswick Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Merifield Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moretz Riverside Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Olive Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murdock's Holly Bu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nocarva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Noles Field | — | Small Airport |
| North Raleigh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Peacock STOLport | — | Small Airport |
| Phillip R Bunn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pineview Air Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Potts Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Raleigh East Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Wake Forest
17 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 134 US-1 | ||
| Creedmoor Police Department | 111 West Masonic Road | |
| Franklin County Sheriff | 285 T Kemp Road | |
| Franklinton Police Department | ||
| Franklinton Police Department | 7 West Mason Street | |
| Knightdale Public Safety - Police Division | ||
| North Hills Public Safety | ||
| Raleigh Police - Southeast District | ||
| Raleigh Police Department | ||
| Raleigh Police Department Headquarters | 6716 Six Forks Road | |
| Raleigh Police Department Special Operations Division | 1221 Front Street | |
| Raleigh Police Department-Northeast District | 5230 Greens Dairy Road | |
| Stem Police Department | 102 East Tally Ho Road | |
| Wake County Public Safety Center | ||
| Wake Forest Police Department | 225 South Taylor Street | |
| Wake Forest Police Dept Substation | ||
| Wendell Police Department | 9 South Pine Street | |
| Zeublon Police Department |
Grocery Stores in Wake Forest
42 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| ALDI 66109 | Supermarket | 2132 S Main St |
| Asa Food Mart 2 | Convenience Store | 714 N White St |
| Circle K 2723118 | Convenience Store | 919 Durham Rd |
| Country Corner Grocery | Convenience Store | 604 Jones Dairy Rd |
| CVS Pharmacy 7051 | Other | 245 Roosevelt Ave |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 4977 | Other | 421 Brooks St |
| Dollar Tree 2007 | Other | 12528 Capital Blvd |
| Dollar Tree 5456 | Other | 906 Gateway Commons Cir |
| Falls Lake Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 2713 Durham Rd |
| FOOD LION 1654 | Supermarket | 7440 Louisburg Rd Ste 101 |
| Food Lion 2227 | Supermarket | 161 Crenshaw Corners Dr |
| FOOD LION 2534 | Supermarket | 13200 NEW FALLS OF NEUSE RD |
| HARRIS TEETER 043 | Super Store | 3638 Rogers Rd |
| Harris Teeter 367 | Super Store | 14520 John Rex Blvd |
| Lidl 1033 | Super Store | 1120 S Main St |
| Lowe's Food Store 239 | Supermarket | 932 Gateway Commons Circle |
| LOWES FOOD STORE 187 | Supermarket | 12524 Capital Blvd |
| Papa Murphy's Pizza NC033 | Specialty Store | 11721 Retail Dr |
| Publix 1514 | Supermarket | 1030 Forestville Rd |
| Refuel 1109 | Convenience Store | 12500 Capital Blvd |
| Refuel 1114 | Convenience Store | 13250 Falls of Neuse Road |
| Refuel 1177 | Convenience Store | 8411 Capital Blvd |
| Refuel 190 | Convenience Store | 1012 Holding Village Way |
| Rose Mart | Convenience Store | 1318 S Main St |
| Rose Mart 17361 | Convenience Store | 942 Durham Rd |
| Sam's Club 6976 | Super Store | 11460 Royall Cotton Road |
| SHEETZ 361 | Convenience Store | 4801 Thornton Rd |
| Sheetz 505 | Convenience Store | 1895 S Franklin St |
| Sheetz 669 | Convenience Store | 13401 Falls of Neuse Road |
| Speedway 6982 | Convenience Store | 7413 Louisburg Rd |
| TARGET STORE T-1504 | Super Store | 12000 Retail Dr |
| The Wake Forest Farmers Market | Farmers and Markets | 235 S Taylor St |
| Tienda Mexicana Tres Hermanos 1 | Other | 927 Durham Rd |
| Wake African And Caribbean Market | Grocery Store | 1241 S Main St |
| WAKE FOREST BP | Convenience Store | 103 N White St |
| Walgreens 16153 | Other | 2901 Wakefield Pines Dr |
| Walgreens 18038 | Other | 7505 Louisburg Rd |
| Walgreens 19980 | Other | 2811 Rogers Rd |
| Walgreens 9156 | Other | 941 Durham Rd |
| Walgreens 9987 | Other | 3601 Rogers Rd |
| Walmart Supercenter 5254 | Super Store | 2114 S Main St |
| Wegmans Wake Forest 145 | Supermarket | 11051 Ligon Mill Road |
Post Offices in Wake Forest
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Qwik Pack & Ship | |
| Ship-on-Site | |
| Wake Forest Post Office | 224 East Holding Avenue |
Treatment Centers in Wake Forest
15 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adult South Campus - Holly Hill Hospital | Both | 919-900-5400 x5492 |
| AIM Advaita Integrated Medicine | Both | 919-893-4465 |
| Baldwins Counseling/Consulting Servs | Substance Abuse | 919-291-7313 |
| Bruson Group Inc - DBA New Beginnings Healthcare | Mental Health | 919-261-8566 |
| Bruson Group Inc - DBA New Beginnings Healthcare Phase II | Mental Health | 919-261-8566 |
| Carolina Outreach LLC - Raleigh | Both | 919-615-1027 |
| Childrens Campus - Holly Hill Hospital | Both | 919-250-7600 |
| Genesis DWI Services LLC | Substance Abuse | 919-321-6643 |
| Green Hill Recovery LLC | Substance Abuse | 919-204-1106 |
| Journeys in Mental Health and Wellness | Substance Abuse | 919-374-7283 |
| Monarch - BH Wake 3 | Both | 866-272-7826 |
| Monarch - BH Wake 5 | Both | 866-272-7826 |
| Raleigh Methadone Treatment Ctr (RMTC) | Substance Abuse | 919-781-5507 |
| Relief Integrated Healthcare | Substance Abuse | 919-729-1708 |
| The Pines - Holly Hill Hospital | Both | 919-250-7004 x7004 |
DOL Wage Violations in Wake Forest
23 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $158,856 in back wages owed to 205 employees.
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Violations
$158,856
Back Wages Owed
205
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinos Finos Tapas and Wine Bar | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $74,451 | $6,768 | 11 |
| Phoenixx Systems | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $14,213 | $1,015 | 14 |
| Tlaquepaque Mexican Bar & Grill | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $13,558 | $1,356 | 10 |
| V. Carpentry | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $13,062 | $687 | 19 |
| Star Erecters, Inc. | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $7,760 | $370 | 21 |
| Kara Care Home | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $5,642 | $1,881 | 3 |
| Tlaquepaque Mexican Cuisine LLC | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $5,085 | $847 | 6 |
| Sams Club | — | Walmart Inc | 27587 | — | 1 | $4,926 | $141 | 35 |
| Brookfields Indoor Golf and Lounge | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $4,395 | $879 | 5 |
| Woodmaster Woodwork, Inc. | — | — | 27588 | — | 1 | $4,170 | $521 | 8 |
| WAKE FOREST CARE CENTER INC | — | — | 27587 | Continuing Care Retirement Communities | 1 | $2,501 | $114 | 22 |
| Dry Clean King | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $1,965 | $1,965 | 1 |
| JT's Landscaping and Lawn Care | — | — | 27587 | — | 2 | $1,884 | $105 | 18 |
| Wake Forest Dermitology | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $1,841 | $368 | 5 |
| TNS Trucking Inc. | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $1,075 | $179 | 6 |
| Full Moon Cafe | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $837 | $209 | 4 |
| LPS Enterprises, Inc | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $475 | $475 | 1 |
| Elite First Aid | — | Elite First Aid, Inc. | 27587 | — | 1 | $370 | $41 | 9 |
| Auto Care & Quick Lube | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $296 | $296 | 1 |
| Housetop Roofing | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $175 | $87 | 2 |
| Dollar General | — | Dollar General Corporation | 27587 | — | 1 | $73 | $37 | 2 |
| Sweet Spoons Frozen Yogart | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $52 | $52 | 1 |
| Cricket Wireless Authorized Retailer | — | — | 27587 | — | 1 | $51 | $51 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wake Forest
82 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION OF NORTH CAROLINA | 3229 BURLINGTON MILLS RD |
| BUDDHA SASANAPALA ASSOCIATION | 4705 UPCHURCH LN |
| BUILD UP PEOPLE | 11845 RETAIL DRIVE-1084 |
| CALLED TO PEACE MINISTRIES INC | PO BOX 472 |
| CHRIST LIT TABERNACLE | PO BOX 61 |
| CHRIST OUR HOPE CHURCH | 203 CAPCOM AVE |
| CHRISTIAN FAITH ASSEMBLY COMMUNITY CHURCH INC | 9116 DANSFORESHIRE WAY |
| CHURCH AND FAMILY LIFE | 220 S WHITE ST |
| CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE | PO BOX 130 |
| CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE | 804 LOUISBURG RD HWY 401 |
| CHURCHNET FOUNDATION | PO BOX 1434 |
| COMPASS CHURCH | 317 SPRINGTIME FIELDS LN |
| CORPORATE CHAPLAINS OF AMERICA INC | 1300 CORPORATE CHAPLAIN DR |
| DEAF COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP | 241 SUGAR MAPLE AVE |
| DELIVERANCE FAITH CENTER | 203 CAPCOM AVE STE 117 |
| DEP MINISTRIES -DISCIPLES EDUCATING PEOPLE | 4713 UPCHURCH LN |
| DOMINION CITY NORTH CAROLINA | 1521 WOODFIELD CREEK DR APT 208 |
| EMBRACE HENDERSON INC | 1482 HERITAGE GARDEN ST |
| EPIC RADIO INC | 848 N TAYLOR ST |
| EPISCOPAL DIOCESES OF NORTH ST JOHN BAPTIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH | 601 S MAIN ST |
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Wake Forest
What is the population of Wake Forest?
Wake Forest has a population of 51,199 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 2,575 people per square mile, spread across 19.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Wake Forest expensive to live in?
Wake Forest is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $120,777, 61% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $435,000 (54% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,458 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Wake Forest safe?
Wake Forest is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 852 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Wake Forest receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Wake Forest?
Wake Forest enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.
How is the job market in Wake Forest?
Wake Forest has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,477. There are 50,997 business establishments in the area, including 2,765 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 25.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Wake Forest?
The median home value in Wake Forest is $435,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $507,778. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,458. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,347.
How are the schools in Wake Forest?
Schools in Wake Forest score 6.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 57.8% of adults in Wake Forest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 21.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Wake Forest?
The obesity rate in Wake Forest is 28.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.3% of adults are smokers. 16.6% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 7.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 98.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,157.
What is transportation like in Wake Forest?
The average commute in Wake Forest is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Wake Forest?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Wake Forest is 67.3% White, 19.8% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 90.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.3% speak Spanish. 8.2% of the population are military veterans. 9.2% of residents have a disability. 94.0% have health insurance coverage.
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