Chapel Hill is one of North Carolina's most distinctive towns, home to the University of North Carolina and a vibrant, intellectual community that consistently ranks among the best places to live in the country. Franklin Street's shops, restaurants, and college-town energy sit alongside leafy neighborhoods and a strong commitment to arts, culture, and the outdoors. As part of the Research Triangle, residents enjoy excellent job opportunities, world-class healthcare at UNC, and easy access to Raleigh and Durham. Homes range from historic houses near campus to established neighborhoods and newer communities, all in high demand. Chapel Hill's blend of education, culture, and quality of life keeps values strong and buyers coming. If you want a welcoming, culturally rich community with great walkability and Triangle job access, Chapel Hill is one of North Carolina's most desirable and enduring places to call home.
107,660 people live in Chapel Hill, where the median age is 34.1 and the average individual income is $60,815. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Chapel Hill, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Harris Incorporated, El Taco Amigo, and Edie & Daran at Healing Earth Resources.
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Chapel Hill has 39,605 households, with an average household size of 2.41. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Chapel Hill do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 107,660 people call Chapel Hill home. The population density is 883 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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