Garner, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Wake County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Garner based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
32,543
2023 ACS
Median Income
$77,496
2023
Median Home Value
$320,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,452
2023
Median Age
37.6
Unemployment
6.8%
Cost of Living Index
129.5
100 = national avg
Garner is a city in Wake County, North Carolina, with a population of 32,543 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Garner is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Garner is $77,496, and the median home value is $320,300. The cost of living index is 129.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,452 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, and the median age is 37.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
32,543
Male
15,848
48.7%
Female
16,695
51.3%
Median Age
37.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
32.3%
High School or Higher
46.2%
Foreign Born
8.0%
Veterans
6.5%
Married
42.9%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.559
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
59.2%
Foreign Born
8.0%
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
11.9%
3,882 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.1%
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+)
30,697
English Only
87.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,823 speakers
Limited English
4.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.7%
Limited English Proficiency
4.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,102
6.5% of population
Disability Rate
31.1%
654 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$58,903
Unemployment Rate
14.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,880
89.4%
Female Veterans
222
10.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$58,903
Non-Veteran Income
$45,953
Difference
$12,950
28.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
654
Without Disability
1,448
Disability Rate
31.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
20,848
#1 Ancestry
English
13.6% (4,419)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
9.8% (3,175)
#3 Ancestry
German
9.6% (3,127)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
12,937
Family Households
8,171
63.2%
Married Couples
6,112
47.2%
Non-Family Households
4,766
36.8%
Single Mother Households
1,680
13.0%
Single Father Households
379
2.9%
Living Alone
3,532
27.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,887
In Married Couple
4,238
72.0%
With Single Mother
1,453
24.7%
With Single Father
196
3.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$103,778
Married Couple Income
$128,600
Single Mother Income
$57,000
Single Father Income
$87,109
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
526
Grandparents Responsible
202
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$77,496
+6% vs national
Per Capita Income
$44,212
+19% vs national
Poverty Rate
7.3%
-47% vs national
Gini Index
0.4214
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.8%
+31% vs national
SNAP Recipients
8.4%
of households
How Garner Compares
Garner vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Garner is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Garner, NC has a median household income of $77,496, making it the 9,635th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Garner has a higher median household income than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Garner, NC has a per capita income of $44,212, making it the 6,460th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Garner has a higher per capita income than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Garner, NC has a poverty rate of 7.3%, making it the 20,404th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Garner has a higher poverty rate than 35% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Garner, NC has a unemployment rate of 6.8%, making it the 7,680th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Garner has a higher unemployment rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Garner. The median household income here is $77,496.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
+17% vs NC avg
Labor Force
17,978
Employed
16,741
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
32.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
46.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.6
Work from Home
19.6%
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
129.5
100 = national avg
+29.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,994
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,713
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 Garner, NC is $77,496, which is 5.8% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $44,212. The poverty rate of 7.3% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4214, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 17,978. 32.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 71.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 129.5, which is 29.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 157.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,994 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$398,000
Median List Price
$400,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$188
Days on Market
52
Active Inventory
160
Months of Supply
2.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$377,886
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,785
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
4.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
65
New Listings
83
Pending Sales
93
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$188
Median List $/SF
$189
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Garner, 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 Garner alone.
Metro area: Raleigh-Cary, NC
Garner vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Garner is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Garner, NC has a median home value of $320,300, making it the 6,494th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Garner has a higher median home value than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Garner, NC has a median rent of $1,452, making it the 4,403rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Garner has a higher median rent than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Garner, NC has a price per square foot of $188, making it the 8,980th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Garner has a higher price per square foot than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Garner, NC has a rent burden of 22.5%, making it the 5,712th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Garner has a higher rent burden than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$320,300
Median Rent
$1,452
Total Housing Units
13,961
Vacancy Rate
7.3%
Owner Occupied
64.8%
Renter Occupied
35.2%
Median Property Tax
$2,506
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,461
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,506
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
of home value
Median Home Value
$320,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,649
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,506) by the median home value ($320,300). In Garner, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.78%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Garner, NC is $398,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 52 days on the market. 4.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $188. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,785/month. About 64.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2000. There are 13,961 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,506. The effective tax rate is 0.78%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
3.65
per 1,000 residents
+40% vs national
Property Crime Rate
45.07
per 1,000 residents
+162% vs national
Total Crimes
1,789
2024
Violent Clearance
51%
cases solved
Property Clearance
28%
cases solved
YoY Change
-31.9%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Garner Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Garner vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Garner 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 (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Garner police solve 100% of murder cases but only 6% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.03 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 11 | 0.30 | 81.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 17 | 0.46 | 64.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 102 | 2.78 | 44.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 124 | 3.38 | 27.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,397 | 38.04 | 29.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 134 | 3.65 | 6.0% |
Garner, NC reported 134 violent crimes and 1,655 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 3.65 per 1,000 residents is 40.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 51% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,397 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 46.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 134 | 1,655 | 3.65 | 45.07 |
| 2023 | 187 | 1,599 | 5.36 | 45.83 |
| 2022 | 150 | 1,138 | 4.60 | 34.93 |
| 2021 | 153 | 1,020 | 4.65 | 31.01 |
| 2020 | 85 | 983 | 2.65 | 30.63 |
| 2019 | 79 | 1,076 | 2.54 | 34.56 |
| 2018 | 73 | 920 | 2.49 | 31.39 |
| 2017 | 98 | 1,082 | 3.35 | 36.94 |
| 2016 | 86 | 993 | 3.02 | 34.83 |
| 2015 | 44 | 1,134 | 1.55 | 40.04 |
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
$5.7M
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 | $3.4M |
| 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 | $20K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $8.4M | $509K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $1.4M | $9K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $4.3M | $1.5M |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | $47K | — |
Showing 20 of 43 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.
Garner 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. $5,742,327 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
32.5%
3.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.8%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.0%
0.9pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.3%
1.3pp 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
34.4%
Arthritis
23.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.7%
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
16.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.8%
Loneliness
32.7%
Lack of Support
21.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.6%
Mobility
12.1%
Cognitive
13.6%
Hearing
6.0%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
3.4%
Independent Living
7.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Garner has an obesity rate of 32.5%, which is 3.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.8%, near the national average. About 9.3% of adults lack health insurance. 80.8% 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
4.2 mi
Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health | 4.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus | 5.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Holly Hill Mental Health Services | 5.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital | 9.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Rex Hospital | 10.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
9
Pop. Served
2,121
Violations (5yr)
8
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| DEERCHASE S/D | 757 | 1 |
| DEERFIELD PARK S/D | 440 | 1 |
| MILLSTONE S/D | 272 | 1 |
| GLEN CREEK | 229 | 1 |
| HARRISON RIDGE SUBDIVISION | 117 | 1 |
| SWEETWATER S/D | 110 | 1 |
| CLEVELAND MHP | 107 | 0 |
| LITTLE JOHN ACRES | 63 | 1 |
| WHITE FLAG AT DEERCHASE S/D | 26 | 1 |
There are 9 water systems serving the area. 8 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
71.2%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-87% vs national
Work From Home
19.6%
+111% vs national
Carpool
6.5%
Walk / Bike
1.5%
combined
How Garner's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
6-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Garner, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 71.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.6% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. 6.5% of workers carpool. 1.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.2%
of households
No Internet
4.1%
of households
Total Households
12,937
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.7%
of households
Smartphone
91.6%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
85.5%
of households
Tablet
67.0%
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
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-35% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Garner vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
9
Population Served
2,121
Violations (5yr)
8
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEERCHASE S/D | Community | Ground water | 757 | 1 |
| DEERFIELD PARK S/D | Community | Ground water | 440 | 1 |
| MILLSTONE S/D | Community | Ground water | 272 | 1 |
| GLEN CREEK | Community | Ground water | 229 | 1 |
| HARRISON RIDGE SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 117 | 1 |
| SWEETWATER S/D | Community | Ground water | 110 | 1 |
| CLEVELAND MHP | Community | Ground water | 107 | 0 |
| LITTLE JOHN ACRES | Community | Ground water | 63 | 1 |
| WHITE FLAG AT DEERCHASE S/D | Community | Ground water | 26 | 1 |
94.4% of households in Garner have broadband internet access. 78.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.1% of households have no internet access. 6.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 9 water systems, providing water to 2,121 people. A total of 8 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Garner is located in Wake County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Garner.
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
264
Total Assets
$301.3M
Total Income
$315.8M
Per 10K Residents
81.1
nonprofits
+76.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
12
Median Assets
$102K
Oldest Active
1945
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $292.4M of $301.3M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Garner
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFGarner, NC has 264 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $301.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 50 organizations. 12 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 81.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1945.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
248
Total Approved
$101.8M
Jobs Supported
2,699
Per 10K Residents
76.2
SBA loans
-40.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
63
Top Lender
VelocitySBA, LLC
18 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
218
Total Amount
$86.9M
Avg Loan
$398,458
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$65.0M(75%)
Jobs Supported
2,348
Loans
30
Total Amount
$14.9M
Avg Loan
$496,540
Median Loan
$406,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
57
23% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$25.1M
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$439,954
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Old School Crushing Company Inc. | 2 | $4.7M |
| Carwash Lodge Inc. | 1 | $4.5M |
| Baldies Restaurant Group Llc | 2 | $4.3M |
| Cleveland School Animal Hospital Pa | 2 | $3.9M |
| Vitrag Inc. | 2 | $3.4M |
| United Claims Service Inc. | 1 | $2.6M |
| Carolina Quick Lube Inc | 2 | $2.6M |
| Jolyn Trading Llc | 2 | $2.5M |
| Usa Dream Stone Llc | 1 | $2.2M |
| Tcg Legacy, Inc. | 3 | $2.2M |
Garner, NC has received 248 SBA loans totaling $101.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 218 loans (88% of the total), supporting 2,348 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 30 loans totaling $14.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Garner is VelocitySBA, LLC with 18 loans. That works out to 76.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
14
Total Population
430,944
Avg Median Income
-$95,162,100
Avg Home Value
-$94,874,717
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27518 | 18,995 | $121,242 | $594,900 | $1,537 | 9.9 |
| 27520 | 48,662 | $84,545 | $282,200 | $1,430 | 70.8 |
| 27529 | 55,201 | $86,426 | $325,600 | $1,379 | 57.7 |
| 27545 | 33,750 | $85,400 | $301,300 | $1,560 | 31.6 |
| 27592 | 20,239 | $94,564 | $335,100 | $940 | 39.2 |
| 27601 | 9,702 | $70,433 | $572,600 | $1,499 | 1.8 |
| 27603 | 53,835 | $87,939 | $347,000 | $1,496 | 51.4 |
| 27604 | 44,094 | $72,793 | $293,100 | $1,386 | 19.1 |
| 27605 | 6,121 | $63,267 | $440,300 | $1,577 | 1.0 |
| 27606 | 45,728 | $75,640 | $423,900 | $1,369 | 24.5 |
| 27608 | 12,522 | $155,433 | $911,000 | $1,487 | 3.5 |
| 27610 | 80,173 | $66,245 | $260,300 | $1,319 | 45.1 |
| 27695 | 1,922 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 27697 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
Garner, NC has 14 ZIP codes with a combined population of 430,944. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$95,162,100. The average median home value is -$94,874,717. The average median monthly rent is -$95,236,882.
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