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Wake County is one of North Carolina’s most dynamic and rapidly growing regions, driven by a diverse and talented population.
Population Total
1,230,371
Population Growth (2013-2023)
16
%
Projected Population Growth (2023-2033)
21
%
Education
Population with Bachelor's Degree or Higher (Age 25+)
58
%
#
1
Best City for College Graduates (Raleigh, NC) | Bloomberg 2024
Educational attainment in Wake County is
12.40
%
Higher than the National Average
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