Raleigh
City in North Carolina
Raleigh is the capital city of North Carolina. It’s known for its universities, including North Carolina State University. The number of technology and scholarly institutions around Raleigh, Chapel Hill and Durham make the area known as the...
ZIP Codes: 276XX: 27601, 27603, 27604, 27605, 27606, 27607, 27608, 27609, 27610, 27612, 27613, 27614, 27615, 27616, 27617
Population: 482,295 (2023)
Sales tax: 7.25%
Area code(s): 919, 984
Demonym: Raleighite
Elevation: 331 ft (101 m)
Named for: Sir Walter Raleigh
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Why is Raleigh famous?
Raleigh is known for its rich cultural heritage, with a history that dates back to the 1700s. The city is home to numerous historic sites, museums, and art galleries that showcase the diverse cultural influences that have shaped Raleigh over the years.
Is Raleigh NC racially diverse?
Population & Diversity
In 2022, there were 1.91 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (244k people) in Raleigh, NC than any other race or ethnicity. There were 128k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 21k Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.
Is Raleigh NC expensive to live?
Cost of Living in Raleigh, North Carolina by Expense Category. Raleigh's housing expenses are 5% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 6% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 8% lower than the national average.
How far is Raleigh from the beach?
Wrightsville Beach
How Far: 130 miles from Raleigh estimated 2 hours 8 minutes drive time. Possibly the most popular beach in North Carolina, Wrightsville Beach, located just east of Wilmington boats a 4 miles long beach island.
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