a mix of big city flair and small town values
With its youthful pulse, diversity and dynamic cultural scene, Raleigh welcomes new arrivals from around the world. Our wealth of social, recreational and commercial amenities more than rival our big-city competitors. Residents here can choose from busy downtown neighborhoods to more relaxed suburbs without ever being too far from their jobs or other favorite activities.
The best part? It’s all affordable and accessible.
average home prices*
| San Francisco, CA | $1,363,750 |
| Boston, MA | $1,275,000 |
| Pasadena, CA** | $931,228 |
| Baltimore, MD | $536,250 |
| Seattle, WA | $514,666 |
| Orlando, FL | $383,300 |
| Austin, TX | $219,954 |
| Raleigh, NC | $218,575 |
Percentage of Population with
Bachelors Degree or Higher***
| San Francisco, CA | 54.4% |
| Raleigh, NC | 54.1% |
| Seattle, WA | 53.9% |
| Austin, TX | 46.9% |
| Boston, MA | 43.3% |
| Orlando, FL | 33.8% |
| Los Angeles, CA | 30.4% |
| Baltimore, MD | 27.6% |
SPORTS
Do you like spectator sports? Lead an active lifestyle? Well, we’ve got you covered. In fact, The Sporting News named Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill one of the best sports cities in the US.
Carolina Hurricanes
NC State Wolfpack
UNC Tar Heels
Duke Blue Devils
Durham Bulls
Carolina Mudcats
THINGS TO DO
Whether you live in Raleigh, or are just visiting, there are dozens of ways to enjoy life in the Triangle. Please visit the following links to learn more about special events, local and state parks, shopping, museums, nightlife, and much more.
Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau
Downtown Raleigh Alliance
Durham Convention and Visitors Bureau
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Triangle City Search