Apex, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Wake County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Apex based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
67,765
2023 ACS
Median Income
$138,442
2023
Median Home Value
$514,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,784
2023
Median Age
36.0
Unemployment
3.8%
Cost of Living Index
193.1
100 = national avg
Apex is a city in Wake County, North Carolina, with a population of 67,765 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Apex is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Apex is $138,442, and the median home value is $514,800. The cost of living index is 193.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,784 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, and the median age is 36.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
67,765
Male
32,716
48.3%
Female
35,049
51.7%
Median Age
36.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
43.3%
High School or Higher
49.3%
Foreign Born
17.3%
Veterans
2.9%
Married
48.2%
Avg Household Size
2.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.522
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
65.7%
Foreign Born
17.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
7.1%
4,838 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
92.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
63,578
English Only
78.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Asian
3,952 speakers
Limited English
5.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.0%
Limited English Proficiency
5.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,980
2.9% of population
Disability Rate
16.5%
326 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$65,833
Unemployment Rate
2.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,802
91.0%
Female Veterans
178
9.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$65,833
Non-Veteran Income
$72,281
Difference
-$6,448
-8.9% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
326
Without Disability
1,654
Disability Rate
16.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
48,051
#1 Ancestry
English
13.2% (8,928)
#2 Ancestry
German
12.2% (8,290)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.4% (7,023)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
23,873
Family Households
18,174
76.1%
Married Couples
15,290
64.0%
Non-Family Households
5,699
23.9%
Single Mother Households
2,323
9.7%
Single Father Households
561
2.3%
Living Alone
4,302
18.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
19,212
In Married Couple
16,212
84.4%
With Single Mother
2,530
13.2%
With Single Father
470
2.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$161,492
Married Couple Income
$173,333
Single Mother Income
$79,317
Single Father Income
$122,664
Avg Family Size
2.8
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,101
Grandparents Responsible
18
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$138,442
+89% vs national
Per Capita Income
$59,517
+60% vs national
Poverty Rate
2.6%
-81% vs national
Gini Index
0.3954
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.8%
-26% vs national
SNAP Recipients
1.9%
of households
How Apex Compares
Apex vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Apex is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Apex, NC has a median household income of $138,442, making it the 1,711th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Apex has a higher median household income than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Apex, NC has a per capita income of $59,517, making it the 2,677th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Apex has a higher per capita income than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Apex, NC has a poverty rate of 2.6%, making it the 26,913th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Apex has a higher poverty rate than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Apex, NC has a unemployment rate of 3.8%, making it the 15,055th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Apex has a higher unemployment rate than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Apex. The median household income here is $138,442.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.8%
-34% vs NC avg
Labor Force
36,876
Employed
35,358
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
43.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
49.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.0
Work from Home
32.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$131.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
193.1
100 = national avg
+93.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$84,950
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$200,792
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,596
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,750
per month
The median household income in Apex, NC is $138,442, which is 89.1% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $59,517. The poverty rate of 2.6% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3954, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 36,876. 43.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 58.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 193.1, which is 93.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 217.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $84,950 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$530,000
Median List Price
$559,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Days on Market
87
Active Inventory
210
Months of Supply
4.0
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$588,728
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,999
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
7.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
29.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
53
New Listings
89
Pending Sales
64
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$231
Median List $/SF
$241
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Apex, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area, home prices have risen 400.5% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 147.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 110.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 56.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.1%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Raleigh-Cary, NC housing market rather than Apex alone.
Metro area: Raleigh-Cary, NC
Apex vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Apex is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Apex, NC has a median home value of $514,800, making it the 2,856th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Apex has a higher median home value than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Apex, NC has a median rent of $1,784, making it the 2,502nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Apex has a higher median rent than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Apex, NC has a price per square foot of $231, making it the 6,107th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Apex has a higher price per square foot than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Apex, NC has a rent burden of 15.5%, making it the 15,983rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Apex has a higher rent burden than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$514,800
Median Rent
$1,784
Total Housing Units
25,148
Vacancy Rate
5.1%
Owner Occupied
75.3%
Renter Occupied
24.7%
Median Property Tax
$3,750
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,985
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,750
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
of home value
Median Home Value
$514,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,969
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,750) by the median home value ($514,800). In Apex, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.73%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Apex, NC is $530,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 87 days on the market. 7.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $231. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,999/month. About 75.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2007. There are 25,148 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,750. The effective tax rate is 0.73%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)Violent Crime Rate
0.53
per 1,000 residents
-81% vs national
Property Crime Rate
9.07
per 1,000 residents
-48% vs national
Total Crimes
711
2023
Violent Clearance
49%
cases solved
Property Clearance
20%
cases solved
YoY Change
-6.1%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How Apex Compares
Source: FBI (2023)Apex vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2023)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Apex is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2023)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2023)Apex police solve 64% of rape cases but only 4% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2023)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 11 | 0.15 | 63.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 5 | 0.07 | 20.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 23 | 0.31 | 47.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 75 | 1.01 | 20.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 544 | 7.34 | 22.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 53 | 0.72 | 3.8% |
Apex, NC reported 39 violent crimes and 672 property crimes in 2023. The violent crime rate of 0.53 per 1,000 residents is 80.5% below the national average of 2.70 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 49% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 544 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 34.8% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 39 | 672 | 0.53 | 9.07 |
| 2022 | 37 | 758 | 0.56 | 11.48 |
| 2021 | 48 | 601 | 0.71 | 8.85 |
| 2020 | 35 | 703 | 0.56 | 11.28 |
| 2019 | 53 | 527 | 0.94 | 9.36 |
| 2018 | 52 | 663 | 0.99 | 12.61 |
| 2017 | 30 | 643 | 0.61 | 13.08 |
| 2016 | 40 | 601 | 0.85 | 12.70 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.5
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
87.1
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
25
Public Assistance
$1.1B
Individual Assistance
$1.1M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Chantal → | Severe Storm(s) | Sep 2025 | $53K | — |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | $25.0M | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | $9K | — |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Fred → | Flood | Sep 2021 | $48K | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $283K | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $961.8M | $830K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $543K | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Michael → | Tropical Storm | Jan 2019 | $66K | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $9.8M | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $8.4M | $114K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $1.4M | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $4.3M | $168K |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | $47K | — |
Showing 20 of 42 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,638
Total Claims Paid
$31,238,830
Avg Claim Payout
$19,071
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
35
Federal Funding
$15,711,884
Properties Protected
106
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.28
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 17 | $11,588,195 |
| 601.1: Generators | 5 | $275,142 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 2 | $0 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $10,825 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $652,383 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Apex has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, heat wave, tornado. The area has had 25 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (11 declarations). 1,638 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $1,052,537,110 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,138,562 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 35 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
26.6%
9.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.5%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
7.5%
4.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.0%
4.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.6%
Arthritis
19.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.5%
Loneliness
30.0%
Lack of Support
18.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
20.0%
Mobility
7.5%
Cognitive
10.4%
Hearing
4.6%
Vision
2.8%
Self-Care
2.0%
Independent Living
4.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Apex has an obesity rate of 26.6%, which is 9.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.5%, near the national average. About 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. 79.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
4.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.9 mi
Wakemed, Cary Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Rex Hospital | 10.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Triangle Springs | 14.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health | 17.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus | 18.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
82,585
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| APEX, TOWN OF | 82,029 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES MHP | 229 | 0 |
| FELTONSVILLE COMM ORGANIZATION | 225 | 0 |
| COUNTRY ESTATES MHP | 60 | 0 |
| MEADOW LAKE S/D | 42 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
114.5K MT
Top Emitter
SOUTH WAKE LANDFILL
82.0K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
SOUTH WAKE LANDFILL Wake County Government | Waste | 81,951 |
Potters Industries LLC. - Apex, NC Potters Intermediate Holdings Lp | Minerals | 32,591 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 114.5K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
58.5%
-26% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-87% vs national
Work From Home
32.5%
+250% vs national
Carpool
5.8%
Walk
2.0%
How Apex's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
3-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Cyclist
1
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Apex, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 58.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 32.5% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. 5.8% of workers carpool. 2.0% walk to work. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
96.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
92.3%
of households
No Internet
2.3%
of households
Total Households
23,873
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.1%
of households
Smartphone
97.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
94.7%
of households
Tablet
81.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-29% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-30% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-1% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Apex vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Population Served
82,585
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APEX, TOWN OF | Community | Purchased surface water | 82,029 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES MHP | Community | Ground water | 229 | 0 |
| FELTONSVILLE COMM ORGANIZATION | Community | Purchased surface water | 225 | 0 |
| COUNTRY ESTATES MHP | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| MEADOW LAKE S/D | Community | Ground water | 42 | 0 |
96.9% of households in Apex have broadband internet access. 92.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 2.3% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 82,585 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Apex is located in Wake County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Apex.
Election Overview
Source: Wake County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
402,984
61.9%
GOP Votes
236,735
36.4%
Total Votes
650,796
Margin
D+25.5%
Shift from 2020
R+0.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 402,984 | 236,735 | 650,796 | 61.9% | 36.4% | D+25.5 |
| 2020 | 393,336 | 226,197 | 631,830 | 62.3% | 35.8% | D+26.5 |
| 2016 | 298,353 | 193,607 | 510,940 | 58.4% | 37.9% | D+20.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Wake County recorded 650,796 total votes. Democrats won the county with 61.9% of the vote compared to 36.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+25.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Wake County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
379
Total Assets
$77.9M
Total Income
$100.5M
Per 10K Residents
55.9
nonprofits
-1.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
12
Median Assets
$74K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $64.6M of $77.9M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Apex
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFApex, NC has 379 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $77.9M. The most common category is Education, with 60 organizations. 12 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 55.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
407
Total Approved
$204.0M
Jobs Supported
4,059
Per 10K Residents
60.1
SBA loans
-12.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
89
Top Lender
Truist Bank
52 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
375
Total Amount
$174.5M
Avg Loan
$465,449
Median Loan
$174,700
SBA Guaranteed
$131.8M(75%)
Jobs Supported
3,637
Loans
32
Total Amount
$29.5M
Avg Loan
$920,844
Median Loan
$603,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
108
27% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$77.2M
38% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$714,831
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Emergency Care Pllc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Owlet Learning Development Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Weststar Precision Inc | 3 | $5.0M |
| Peak 360, Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Culver's of Apex | 3 | $4.6M |
| Reykha Care and Education Llc | 1 | $4.6M |
| Axon Child Services Company | 1 | $4.6M |
| Andoria Enterprises Llc | 2 | $4.3M |
| Apex Holdings Group Llc | 2 | $4.3M |
| Apex Suvidha Inc | 2 | $4.1M |
Apex, NC has received 407 SBA loans totaling $204.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 375 loans (92% of the total), supporting 3,637 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 32 loans totaling $29.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Apex is Truist Bank with 52 loans. That works out to 60.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
11
Total Population
395,611
Avg Median Income
$126,478
Avg Home Value
$511,064
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27502 | 47,436 | $137,088 | $491,900 | $1,786 | 28.3 |
| 27511 | 33,279 | $104,072 | $416,600 | $1,436 | 11.7 |
| 27513 | 47,444 | $119,458 | $468,300 | $1,491 | 16.4 |
| 27518 | 18,995 | $121,242 | $594,900 | $1,537 | 9.9 |
| 27519 | 67,976 | $159,414 | $614,100 | $1,854 | 22.3 |
| 27523 | 18,330 | $122,401 | $585,900 | $1,805 | 38.5 |
| 27539 | 25,944 | $140,121 | $494,400 | $1,781 | 31.0 |
| 27540 | 45,993 | $125,681 | $474,700 | $1,718 | 48.0 |
| 27560 | 39,442 | $117,340 | $466,900 | $1,760 | 27.4 |
| 27562 | 5,044 | $168,804 | $590,100 | N/A | 54.2 |
| 27606 | 45,728 | $75,640 | $423,900 | $1,369 | 24.5 |
Apex, NC has 11 ZIP codes with a combined population of 395,611. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $126,478. The average median home value is $511,064. The average median monthly rent is -$60,604,557.
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