Apex

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WELCOME TO APEX

The city of Apex, NC boasts miles and miles of greenway and walking, biking, and running trails. According to Money Magazine, Apex, NC is the 9th Best Town in America to live in and, the #1 town to live in in North Carolina!
 
Apex was incorporated as a town in the 1860s. It was named Apex because it is the highest point on the Chatham Railroad, running from Richmond, Virginia, to Jacksonville, Florida. Apex Union Depot, which presently houses the Apex Chamber of Commerce, was originally a station for the Seaboard Air Line Railroad. Later on, it also served as the Apex Community Library.
 
The downtown area of the city is centered around charming Salem Street and is recognized by the National Register of Historic Places.
 

Apex and nearby Attractions:

  • Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
  • Apex Union Depot
  • Lake Crabtree
  • American Wildlife Refuge
  • Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve
  • Raleigh – the State Capitol
  • North Carolina Museum of Art
  • NHL Carolina Hurricanes
  • Marbles Museum
  • And so much more!
Go to Visit Raleigh, to learn more about Apex, NC.
 
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Overview for Apex, NC

58,066 people live in Apex, where the median age is 36.3 and the average individual income is $51,460. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

58,066

Total Population

36.3 years

Median Age

High

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

$51,460

Average individual Income

Around Apex, NC

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

16
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
18
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Bar Ting, Asali Events and Desserts, and Five Star Coffee Roasters.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.92 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.92 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.79 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.04 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.56 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.83 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Apex, NC

Apex has 20,434 households, with an average household size of 2.83. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Apex do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 58,066 people call Apex home. The population density is 2,641.04 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

58,066

Total Population

High

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

36.3

Median Age

48.95 / 51.05%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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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
20,434

Total Households

2.83

Average Household Size

$51,460

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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

Schools in Apex, NC

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Apex. 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.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Scotts Ridge Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
5/5
Peace Montessori School
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available
Thales Academy Apex K-5
PRIVATE
K - 5th
No rating available
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Apex Friendship Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Thales Academy Jh/High School
PRIVATE
6th - 12th
No rating available
Baucom Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
5/5
Olive Chapel Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
5/5
Lufkin Road Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5

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