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Wendell, NC

North Carolina · Wake County · Raleigh-Cary Metro

Wendell is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 11,585. Residents earn $93,848 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
11,585 Population 1,230/sq mi density
$93,848 Median Income $39,632 per capita
$316,700 Home Value $367,020 Zillow
$1,397 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
74 Violent Crime/100K 951 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,848 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$316,700 home value, $1,397/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
74 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $93,848
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $316,700
12% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 74/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.3%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,397
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

How Wendell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,585
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density1,230/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,848
Per Capita$39,632
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$128,428M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$316,700
Rent$1,397
Ownership74.0%
Zillow$367,020
Housing Units3,962
Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

F
Violent74/100K
Property951/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault37/100K
Burglary272/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking11.4%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation293 ft (89 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.3%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+13.8%
School Score6.57

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.6%
EV Stations10
Libraries23

Is Wendell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wendell receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Wendell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wendell is $93,848, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wendell is $316,700, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,397 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Wendell is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 74 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 951 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wendell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wendell has a population of 11,585 with a density of 1,230 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.3% female and 47.7% male. The city is predominantly White (56.3%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 25.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.3% of residents, while 13.7% speak Spanish. 8.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,585
Total Population
1,230
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wendell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish 13.7%
2% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wendell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wendell is $93,848, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,632. The average weekly wage is $1,477. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% 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 30 minutes. 24.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wendell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,848
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,632
Avg Weekly Wage$1,477
IRS Avg AGI$117,835
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)50,997
County GDP$128,428M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,765
Healthcare3,559
Retail3,595
Manufacturing605

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,347
53% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wendell is $316,700, 12% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,020, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,397 (20% 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. 74.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,962 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2001. The average annual property tax is $5,347 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$316,700
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,020
Median List Price$419,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$419,900
$/Sq Ft$182
Homes Sold38
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops30.5%
Inventory164

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,397
20% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,958
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.0%
Owner-Occupied74.0%
Renter-Occupied26.0%
Housing Units3,962
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,347
53% above US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Wendell, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 32.9% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 14.8% report binge drinking. 20.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. 10.3% 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 — 2026-05-25)

PM2.5
2.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
2.7
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
3.7
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
46.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.1
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
125.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Wendell vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.1%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,157
Dentists1:1,344
Mental Health1:233
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death5,322/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,559
Wendell has a violent crime rate of 74 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 37.1 per 100,000, robbery at 24.7, rape at 12.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 951 per 100,000, 51% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 556, burglary at 272, vehicle theft at 124 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 91 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wendell receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Wendell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent74.1/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape12.4/100K
Robbery24.7/100K
Assault37.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property951.1/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary271.7/100K
Theft555.8/100K
Vehicle Theft123.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)91
Traffic Accidents1,217
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wendell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°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 49.9 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 293 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation293 ft (89 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.4 km²)
Population Density1,230/sq mi
Coordinates35.7682°N, 78.3641°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWake County County
Nearest AirportRaleigh-Durham International (RDU)
25 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"
31% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.88"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

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 RiskRelatively High
Risk Score95.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience87.1 / 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)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 26, 2019.

Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 135 km
Mar 26, 2019 8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina M2.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 285 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 208 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 228 km
2018 Florence Category 2 181 km
2016 Matthew Category 1 229 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 199 km
2011 Irene Category 1 185 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 214 km
2004 Alex Category 2 250 km
2004 Charley Category 1 221 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 120 km
1999 Irene Category 2 266 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 141 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 295 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 150 km
1996 Fran Category 3 70 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 110 km
1989 Hugo Category 2 275 km
1986 Charley Category 1 200 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 258 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

360 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 38 fatalities, 1,042 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988 EF4 37 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 72 km 16
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 81 km 3
Sep 27, 2024 EF3 56 km 0
Aug 8, 2024 EF3 38 km 1
Jul 19, 2023 EF3 51 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 65 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 98 km 6
Nov 15, 2008 EF3 40 km 1
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 44 km 0
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 81 km 2
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 4, 1977 EF3 80 km 0
May 15, 1972 EF3 79 km 0
Feb 22, 1971 EF3 92 km 2
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 92 km 0
Nov 8, 1957 EF3 56 km 0
Mar 15, 1953 EF3 24 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 71 km 0
May 13, 2019 EF2 10 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: LYNCH ROAD (1,824 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 LYNCH ROAD 1,824 65 km
2006 OVERHILLS 1,436 83 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,319 98 km
2008 SYCAMORE SHORES 1,044 95 km
2008 HIGHWAY 1 766 42 km
1995 UNNAMED 510 82 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Driest
May 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in
June 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in

Wendell has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and April the driest (3.1").

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Wendell is located in Wake County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 37.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% above the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. 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. 87.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 10 EV charging stations. There are 23 public libraries serving the community. 3,559 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.4%
D 61.9%

Winner: Democrat by 25.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)91
Traffic Accidents1,217
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.3%
11% above US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+13.8%
School Test Score6.57
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,230/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi
CountyWake County County

Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Avg Download Speed229.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed79.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries23
Healthcare Facilities3,559
Restaurants2,765
Retail Stores3,595

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.2%
Average costs for common services in Wendell. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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 Wendell

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Southeastern Free Will Baptist Bible College Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's 78 $11,250 $11,250

Schools in Wendell

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Corinth Holders High High 2,219 108 20.5:1
East Wake High High 1,646 91 18.1:1
Archer Lodge Middle Middle 1,219 62 19.7:1
Cardinal Charter Acad at Wendell Falls (Charter) Elementary 786 32 24.6:1
Wendell Middle Middle 719 52 13.8:1
Lake Myra Elementary Elementary 648 46 14.1:1
Wendell Elementary Elementary 416 37 11.2:1
Carver Elementary Elementary 413 34 12.1:1
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Radio Stations near Wendell

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Psychedelic Jukebox MP3 128 kbps
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
Radio 252 classic, oldies MP3 192 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

National Parks Near Wendell

17 national parks and monuments found near Wendell.

ParkTypeFee
Bushy Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
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 State Park State Park Free
William B. Umstead State Park State Park Free

Museums in Wendell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION9197332290$6,590,439
TOBACCO FARM LIFE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM709 N CHURCH ST9192843431$148,409
AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF SLAVERYGENERAL MUSEUM
CLAYTON HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6101 MAIN STREET9256720240
COUNTRY DOCTOR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6642 PEELE RD2522354165
GREEN ENGINEERINGGENERAL MUSEUM9192770784
HISTORIC INTERPRETATIONSGENERAL MUSEUM9193391558
KENLY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION105 W SECOND ST9192843591
LITTLE RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD HICKORY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPRING GREEN PRESERVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPRING HOPE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION400 W MAIN ST2524785610
STATE RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
WAKELONHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Wendell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES4020 CARYA DR0.03,758,990

Farmers Markets in Wendell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Clayton Farm and Community Market348 E. Main Street04/05/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
North Raleigh Farmers' Market1145 Falls River AvenueApril to OctoberWed:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Visit
Wake Forest Farmers Market150 N. White St.04/05/2014 to 11/22/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
WakeMed Farmers Market3000 New Bern Ave05/05/2015 to 05/19/2015Tue: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Wendell Farmers MarketMay to OctoberSat:9:00 am - 1:00 pm;Visit
Zebulon Farm Fresh Market103 N Arendell Ave05/02/2020 to 08/29/2020Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Wendell

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

41 North Coffee Co
Agave Mexican Bar & Grill
BFB Fuegos
Boulevard Pizza
Boulevard Pizza
Great Wok
Mario Deli & Grill

Cafes in Wendell

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aubreys and Peedies Grill
Everest Kitchen
The Farmhouse Cafe

Monuments in Wendell

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jefferson Green Tribute

Clinics in Wendell

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RSI Medical

Dentists in Wendell

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wendell Family Dentistry

Veterinaries in Wendell

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Neuse River Veterinary Hospital
Neuse River Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Wendell

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
Fuel Depot
Sheetz

Banks in Wendell

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First Citizens Bank
KS Bank
State Employees Credit Union
Wells Fargo

Gyms in Wendell

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ritch's Gym

Golf Courses in Wendell

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wendell Country Club

Breweries in Wendell

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beer Time Brew Tours - ClosedBrewery Tours, Tours, Food & Drink, Tour65 Glen Rd Pmb 28119198301407
Compass Rose BreweryFood & Drink, Brewery North Raleigh, Breweries3201 Northside Dr9198755683Visit
Grand Touring Transportation - Green Machine Raleigh Brew TourFood & Drink, Tours & Activities, Brewery Tours, tour, Tour512 Three Sisters Rd19199990345
Oak City BrewingBrewery and Beer Garden616 N 1st Ave9193738487Visit

Pharmacies in Wendell

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
WENDELL DRUG 3430 WENDELL BOULEVARD 919-365-8800

Cell Towers in Wendell

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
0.1 MI SW OF INT ROLESVILLE AND US 401 (Rolesville / 090247)TOWER129
(Lake Wendell site) 16739 Buffalo RoadTOWER105
(Kenly) 9315-A SAINT MARYS CHURCHGTOWER96
RALEIGH MARKETTOWER81

Fire Stations in Wendell

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Wake-New Hope Fire Department4909 Watkins RDMostly volunteer919-266-5882
Wendell Holmes Rural Fire Department2960 Wendell BLVDMostly career919-365-3635

Power Plants Near Wendell

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
WENDELL SOLAR FARM LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-78.4OP

Bridges in Wendell

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous197310628,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous197310628,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19651058,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1925688,500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20061007,700G
SlabPrestressed concrete19861507,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19732496,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1938896,600P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20052495,000G
SlabPrestressed concrete20012002,800G
SlabPrestressed concrete19701202,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20082002,500G
SlabPrestressed concrete20141282,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19732382,500F
SlabPrestressed concrete19901022,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1968471,900F
SlabPrestressed concrete19841371,800G
SlabPrestressed concrete19971841,700P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1959521,500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2008196550F
SlabPrestressed concrete2007120290G
SlabPrestressed concrete202387200G

Amtrak Stations in Wendell

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Selma-Smithfield, NC500 East Railroad StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Wendell

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MALLINCKRODT-RALEIGH PHARMACEUTICAL PLANT8801 CAPITAL BOULEVARDWAKE
NOMACO ZEBULON501 INNOVATIVE WAYWAKE

Airports Near Wendell

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raleigh-Durham International AirportRDULarge Airport
Johnston Regional AirportMedium Airport
Pope FieldPOBMedium Airport
Rocky Mount Wilson Regional AirportRWIMedium Airport
Seymour Johnson Air Force BaseGSBMedium Airport
Simmons Army Air FieldFBGMedium Airport
Aerial Spraying Service AirportSmall Airport
Bagwell AirportSmall Airport
Ball AirportSmall Airport
Barclaysville FieldSmall Airport
Barker FieldSmall Airport
Boyd FieldSmall Airport
C A G Farms AirportSmall Airport
Charles FieldSmall Airport
Cox AirportSmall Airport
Cox-Grantham AirfieldSmall Airport
Crooked Creek AirportSmall Airport
Daghita AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirparkSmall Airport
Deer Run AirportSmall Airport
Double S AirportSmall Airport
Dunroamin Farms AirportSmall Airport
Easley Acres AirportSmall Airport
Eastover Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Enfield-Shearin AirportSmall Airport
Fiddleair AirportSmall Airport
Flyers AirparkSmall Airport
Fuquay Airport / Angier FieldSmall Airport
Halifax-Northampton Regional AirportSmall Airport
Harnett Regional Jetport AirportSmall Airport
Hawks Nest AirportSmall Airport
Henderson Oxford AirportSmall Airport
Hinton FieldSmall Airport
Kenly AirportSmall Airport
Lake Ridge Aero Park AirportSmall Airport
Loop Field Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Moss Hill AirportSmall Airport
Mount Olive Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Noles FieldSmall Airport
North Raleigh AirportSmall Airport
Peacock STOLportSmall Airport
Phillip R Bunn AirportSmall Airport
Pineview Air AirportSmall Airport
Pink Hill AirportSmall Airport
Pleasant Hill AirportSmall Airport
Raleigh East AirportSmall Airport
Raleigh Executive JetportSmall Airport
Raleigh Regional Airport at Person CountySmall Airport
Riley FieldSmall Airport
Ruby's LandingSmall Airport

Police Stations in Wendell

13 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bailey Police Department6260 Main Street
Clayton Police Department201 Barbour Street
Clayton Police Department
Kenly Police Department207 West 2nd Street
Knightdale Public Safety - Police Division
Micro Police Department
Raleigh Police Department-Northeast District5230 Greens Dairy Road
Selma Police Department1200 South Pollock Street
Wake Forest Police Department225 South Taylor Street
Wake Forest Police Dept Substation
Wendell Police Department9 South Pine Street
Wilson's Mills Police Department100 Railroad Street
Zeublon Police Department

Grocery Stores in Wendell

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 9460Other2921 Wendell Blvd
Dollar General 18258Other4207 NC Highway 231
Dollar General 21250Other1800 Lizard Lick Rd
Family Dollar 1730Other2920 Wendell Blvd
FOOD LION 815Supermarket2837 Wendell Blvd
Interfood Plaza Supermarket LLCSupermarket2971 Wendell Blvd
Mario Mini MartConvenience Store2317 Eagle Rock Rd
Sheetz 481Convenience Store505 Wendell Blvd

Post Offices in Wendell

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office40 Hanor Lane
Wendell Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wendell

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adult South Campus - Holly Hill HospitalBoth919-900-5400 x5492
Bruson Group Inc - DBA New Beginnings HealthcareMental Health919-261-8566
Bruson Group Inc - DBA New Beginnings Healthcare Phase IIMental Health919-261-8566
Carolina Outreach LLC - RaleighBoth919-615-1027
Carter ClinicSubstance Abuse919-848-0132
Childrens Campus - Holly Hill HospitalBoth919-250-7600
Journeys in Mental Health and WellnessSubstance Abuse919-374-7283
Monarch - BH Wake 3Both866-272-7826
Monarch - BH Wake 5Both866-272-7826
Pathways to Life IncBoth252-695-0269
The Pines - Holly Hill HospitalBoth919-250-7004 x7004

DOL Wage Violations in Wendell

18 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $248,267 in back wages owed to 234 employees.

18
Violations
$248,267
Back Wages Owed
234
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
Trufit Mechanical Insulation, Inc 27591 1 $58,147 $1,710 34
Hicks Landscaping & Grading Services 27591 1 $36,665 $797 46
Craven Creek Landscape Associates Inc. 27591 1 $30,874 $1,715 18
Walstons Landscaping, Inc. 27591 1 $21,722 $987 22
Wendell Siding 27591 1 $21,718 $1,671 13
Mary's Manor 27591 1 $19,749 $6,583 3
All American Septic 27591 1 $18,956 $3,159 6
Wake Behavioral and Human Services 27591 1 $10,110 $842 12
On Time Construction 27591 1 $9,279 $1,031 9
Wendell Fire Department 27591 1 $7,517 $342 22
Sherree Hedrick Insurance Co. 27591 1 $4,917 $1,229 4
Morris Heating and Air Conditioning 27591 1 $3,300 $157 21
Heavyweight Trucking 27591 1 $2,068 $2,068 1
Liberty Taxes 27591 1 $1,756 $135 13
Wendell Cleaners 27591 2 $532 $532 1
97 Road House 27591 1 $497 $166 3
Jay's Lawn and Landscape Company 27591 1 $407 $102 4
Waltson Landscaping 27591 1 $56 $28 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wendell

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
A HAND UP6212 KNIGHTDALE EAGLE ROCK RD
ABUNDANT LIFE FULL GOSPEL BAPTIST CHURCH INC615 RAYMOND DR
BEYOND THE GATE MINISTRIES6916 LAKE MYRA RD
COMMUNITY TABERNACLE HOLINESS CHURCH OF APOSTOLIC FAITHRT 2 BOX 443
DESTINY INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIESPO BOX 1926
FAITH IN THE WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER OUTREACH MINISTRIESPO BOX 1268
FREE INDEED RECOVERY & COUNSELING MINISTRIES1794 WENDELL BLVD
FREEDOM FOR THE HEART INC291 MARTINS MILL CT
GRACE AND MERCY HOLLINESS CHURCH INC6532 HODGE RD
LIFE AND FAITH INTERNATIONAL INC625 LAWSON DR
LIGHT OF LIFE CHURCH OF WENDELL3195 LAKE WENDELL RD
REHOBOTH FELLOWSHIP TRAINING CENTER618 E THIRD ST
REVIVE HER MINISTRIES INC1794 WENDELL BLVD
SHE FOUND JOY INC6825 LATIGO LN
SOUTHEASTERN FREE WILL BAPTIST BIBLE COLLEGE INCPO BOX 1067
SOUTHEASTERN FREE WILL BAPTIST COLLEGE FOUNDATION INCPO BOX 1067
TAKE IT BY FORCE MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 941
TRIANGLE EAST FELLOWSHIP OF CHURCHESPO BOX 303
TRINITY FAITH FULL GOSPEL CHURCH6600 HALLELUJAH BLVD
WENDELL CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 874
WENDELL COMMUNITY CHURCH2600 EDGEMONT RD
WENDELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCHPO BOX 1925
WORSHIP & WONDER5116 HAYCOURT LN
YOUR FAITH CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST1528 BASS RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wendell

What is the population of Wendell?

Wendell has a population of 11,585 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,230 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.3 years. The population is 52.3% female and 47.7% male.

Is Wendell expensive to live in?

Wendell 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 $93,848, 25% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $316,700 (12% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,397 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wendell safe?

Wendell is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 74 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 951 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Wendell receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wendell?

Wendell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Wendell?

The job market in Wendell is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate 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 30 minutes, and 24.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wendell?

The median home value in Wendell is $316,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,020. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,397. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,347.

How are the schools in Wendell?

Schools in Wendell score 6.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 37.3% of adults in Wendell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wendell?

The obesity rate in Wendell is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 20.6% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 10.3% lack health insurance (above 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 Wendell?

The average commute in Wendell is 30 minutes. 66.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wendell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wendell is 56.3% White, 25.5% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 86.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.7% speak Spanish. 8.4% of the population are military veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability. 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

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