Walkability (est.)
37
Car-Dependent
Safety Score
84
394 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
25.1 min
one way
Work from Home
17%
of workers
Commute Breakdown
Drive Alone: 76%
Public Transit: 2%
Work from Home: 17%
Other: 5%
Source: Census ACS 2022
Amenities
2,370
Restaurants (est.)
95
Parks (est.)
9
Hospitals (est.)
Estimated from Census County Business Patterns
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown
Growing core with warehouse district dining and Fayetteville Street
North Hills
Mixed-use midtown with shopping, dining, and entertainment
Glenwood South
Nightlife and restaurant strip in downtown
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best neighborhoods in Raleigh?
Popular neighborhoods in Raleigh include Downtown, North Hills, Glenwood South. Each offers a unique vibe from family-friendly to trendy dining districts.
What is the average commute time in Raleigh?
The average commute in Raleigh, NC is 25.1 minutes. 76% of workers drive alone, 2% use public transit, and 17% work from home (Census ACS 2022).
How safe is Raleigh?
Raleigh has a safety score of 84/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 394 per 100,000 residents. This is above average for major US cities.
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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.