Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
17%
Fuquay-Varina
Fuquay-Varina, NC Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,358
Population
46,655
Renter Mix
23% Rent
Enjoy local food and craft beers in this family-friendly community
Parks
•
Hiking
•
Family-Friendly
•
Community
•
Vibrant
•
Historic
•
Breweries
•
On the shore of Cape Fear River and Raven Rock State Park, Fuquay Varina offers residents a plentitude of attractions and amenities. This well-known park is great for hiking, camping, fishing, and canoeing on the Cape Fear River. Fuquay Varina has close proximity to major highways like US-401, as well as to the state’s capital, located just 18 miles south of Raleigh, North Carolina.
Great community parks reside around town where you’ll find playgrounds, ball parks, hiking trails, and river views. Visit Mineral Spring Park to drink the historic “healing waters,” where you can walk, picnic, and relax. The Wake County Public Schools System offers schools like Fuquay-Varina Elementary, Middle, and High School.
Delectable restaurants, local businesses, retailers, and more reside along North Main Street in the downtown districts. Eat at the Mason Jar Tavern for a true taste of southern hospitality, or enjoy a craft brew at Aviator Brewing Tap House, and cross the street to try their wings and BBQ at Aviator Smokehouse. Wonderful condos are available in the area, so take your pick and become a renter in this lively North Carolina suburbia.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$88,452
Average: $108,127
Education
16,260
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
24,189
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Fuquay-Varina has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
23%
Non-Renters
77%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Fuquay-Varina, NC is $1,358 for one bedroom, $1,515 for two bedrooms, and $1,982 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fuquay-Varina has increased by 1.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,358/month
763 Sq Ft
House
$2,192/month
1,915 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,920/month
1,529 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Fuquay-Varina, NC is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
Scores provided by
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
679 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
637 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
631 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
941 Students
Public
Grades K-5
625 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,164 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,940 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,477 Students
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bass Lake Park & Retreat Center
- Crowder District Park
- Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve
- Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs
- Lake Wheeler Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Raleigh-Durham International
Top Apartments in Fuquay-Varina
Houses for Rent in Fuquay-Varina
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.