Garner, NC

U.S. News Ratings
Population 23,715
Crime Rate Average
Cost of Living Average
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Geography

Garner is just south of North Carolina's capital city, Raleigh.

Cultural Attractions

Garner is a short drive from Memorial Auditorium and performances by the North Carolina Symphony.

Recreation

Two community parks are within the town's limits.

Economy

The Wake County Public School System is one of the leading employers in the area.

Fun Fact

Bullet holes from the Civil War are preserved in the Bethel Church.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
23,715
Population under 55:
75.0%
Population over 55:
25.0%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Average
Closest large city:
Raleigh

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
88°F July High, 29°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$43,413
Median home price:
$145,000
Average property tax:
$1,368

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
7.5%
Low
Cost of living:
Average

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
5
Middle schools:
2
High schools:
1

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
10
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
15

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
16/2
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
30/2

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
35

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