Wake Forest

35.9799° N, 78.5097° W

Overview for Wake Forest, NC

46,387 people live in Wake Forest, where the median age is 38.6 and the average individual income is $43,601. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

46,387

Total Population

38.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$43,601

Average individual Income

Around Wake Forest, NC

There's plenty to do around Wake Forest, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

29
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
27
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Feng Cha Wake Forest, Bedford Food & Drink, and Fishin Shrimp.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Feng Cha Wake Forest Logo
Dining 0.89 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Bedford Food & Drink Logo
Dining 3.74 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Fishin Shrimp Logo
Dining 1.78 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Flantastic Logo
Dining 1.62 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Just In Time Treats Logo
Dining 2.68 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Not just a Fry Guy Logo
Dining 0.12 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Wake Forest, NC

Population Households Employment

Wake Forest has 16,513 households, with an average household size of 2.79. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wake Forest do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 46,387 people call Wake Forest home. The population density is 2,570.38 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

46,387

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.6

Median Age

48.6 / 51.4%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
16,513

Total Households

2.79

Average Household Size

$43,601

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Wake Forest, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Wake Forest. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Category
Grades
School rating

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 10047341
Listing courtesy of Rich Realty Group

$1,750,000

9500 Ligon Mill Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,332 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 10047316
Listing courtesy of Rich Realty Group

$1,750,000

9500 Ligon Mill Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
For Sale
MLS® 10059930
Listing courtesy of Northside Realty Inc.

$1,750,000

Call for Address
8 Beds 8 Baths 7,805 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10036453
Listing courtesy of Ronnie Watt & Associates Inc.

$1,200,000

3621 Bailey Meadow Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4 Beds 4 Baths 5,125 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10052109
Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC

$1,200,000

612 Walters Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,586 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10051261
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Preferred Realty

$1,100,000

409 Capellan Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
4 Beds 4 Baths 4,615 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 10063837
Listing courtesy of BURLAGE REALTY LLC

$1,095,000

204 Woodstaff Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587
6 Beds 5 Baths 5,364 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10059551
Listing courtesy of Premier Agents Network

$1,050,000

3321 Silver Ore Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5 Beds 6 Baths 5,219 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 10055737
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Preferred Realty

$875,000

4016 Forgotten Pond Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5 Beds 4 Baths 3,925 Sq.Ft.
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