Experience Cary, North Carolina
Lifestyle, Community, and Growth
Cary, North Carolina, sits just west of Raleigh, occupying a central position within the Triangle region that has long shaped its role as a residential anchor. Convenient access to Raleigh’s business districts, research institutions, and transportation corridors keeps daily life well connected, while the town maintains a steady, cohesive pace that reflects careful coordination. Once a small railroad town, Cary evolved with intention alongside the region’s growth, guided by zoning discipline, long-range infrastructure investment, and a consistently high standard for public amenities.
Life in Cary feels structured yet vibrant, with cultural programming integrated into the fabric of the town. Outdoor performances at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, recurring music series and events like CaryLIVE! at Downtown Cary Park and the Marvelous Music series at the Cary Arts Center create a steady cultural cadence complemented by seasonal gatherings like Bands, Bites, and Boats at Bond Park. Cary’s residential areas connect naturally to greenways, parks, and civic spaces, supporting routines that unfold with ease. Cary tends to resonate with professionals and families seeking stability, cultural access, and an environment where long-term ownership is reinforced by thoughtful governance and sustained market confidence.
At The Real Estate Studio, we bring a high-touch, locally informed perspective to every community we serve. This guide to Cary combines our neighborhood expertise with key local data to provide a clear view of how the city lives today and how it continues to evolve—helping you make informed decisions about your next move.
A Neighborhood Snapshot of Cary, NC
Neighborhood Snapshot
Here’s a quick look at Cary's population, age, income, and density—the basics you’ll want to know as you explore the area. Cary represents approximately 15% of Wake County's total population.
- Same house a year ago 87.3%†
- From same county 5.2%†
- From different county 1.5%†
- From different state 3.6%†
- From abroad 1.5%†
A Demographic Overview of Cary, NC
Key Housing & Workforce Data
This section provides a demographic overview of Cary, North Carolina, based on publicly available census data. It summarizes housing characteristics, employment patterns, commuting metrics, and key education data points—offering a standardized, data-driven snapshot for reference and comparison.
Housing Snapshot
Value of Owner-Occupied Housing Units
Employment & Commute
- Drove Alone 59.3%
- Carpooled 5.2%
- Public Transit 0.40%
- Bicycle 0.20%
- Walked 1.2%
- Other 1.3%
- Worked at home 32.4%
Education
- Preschool 6.4%
- Kindergarten 4.0%
- Elementary & Middle School 40.2%
- High School 29.0%
- College or Graduate School 20.4%
- No Degree 2.8%
- High School 8.6%
- Some College 11.9%
- Bachelor's 33.6%
- Post-Grad 35.8%