Apex, North Carolina
Apex: The most populous city in Wake County, North Carolina. It is located in the Research Triangle region of the state. Apex is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Apex Nature Preserve and the Apex Museum.
About
Apex is a city located in the county of Wake in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 37,476 and a population density of 834 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 64,388 inhabitants.
The city was created 152 years ago in 1872.
Quick Facts about Apex
| Population : | 64,388 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | North Carolina (United States) |
| County : | Wake County |
| Area : | 44.95 km2 |
| Altitude : | 499 feet / 152 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1873 (152 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time : | 19:09:06 (24th June 2025) |
| Postal code : | 27502 |
| Density : | 1,433 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 41.8% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Apex is located at 35°43'58"N 78°51'1"W (35.7326500, -78.8502900).
Apex map
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- Official Website
Official website of Apex
Demographics
The population of Apex increased by 41.8% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 37,476 | - | census |
| 2011 | 38,999 | 3.91% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 40,659 | 4.08% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 42,388 | 4.08% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 44,064 | 3.8% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 45,652 | 3.48% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 47,543 | 3.98% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 50,524 | 5.9% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 53,859 | 6.19% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 59,300 | 9.18% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 64,388 | 7.9% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Apex
1 Poplar Point Campground
558 Beaver Creek Rd, Apex, NC 27502, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 DEFY Apex
1275 Haddon Hall Dr, Apex, NC 27502, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Crowder County Park
4709 Ten-Ten Rd, Apex, NC 27539, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Kelly Road Park
1609 Kelly Rd, Apex, NC 27502, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Apex Nature Park
2600 Evans Rd, Apex, NC 27502, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where ot Eat in Apex
1 Bojangles
1581 E Williams St, Apex, NC 27539, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Five Guys
1075 Pine Plaza Dr, Apex, NC 27523, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 IHOP
1150 Beaver Creek Commons Dr, Apex, NC 27502, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Waffle House
1417 E Williams St, Apex, NC 27539, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Chili's Grill & Bar
1120 Beaver Creek Commons Dr, Apex, NC 27502, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where to Stay in Apex
1 Holiday Inn Express Apex-Raleigh, an IHG Hotel
1006 Marco Dr, Apex, NC 27502, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Candlewood Suites Apex Raleigh Area, an IHG Hotel
1005 Marco Dr, Apex, NC 27502, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Apex
1 Apex Town Hall
73 Hunter St, Apex, NC 27502 ➦ Show Map
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2 Apex Town Clerk
73 Hunter St, Apex, NC 27502 ➦ Show Map
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3 Finance Department
73 Hunter St, Apex, NC 27502 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Apex (4)
People born in Apex, including football player Will Wynn, ice hockey player and data scientist Randi Griffin, soccer player Matthew Edwards, .
List
- Brendan Lambe (American soccer player) he was born in 19/02/2004
Schools in Apex
College & universities near Apex, NC
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 413972 | Mitchells Academy | Raleigh (NC) | 27606 |
| 461485 | Shepherds Theological Seminary | Cary (NC) | 27518-9316 |
| 449117 | Platt College-Miller-Motte-Cary | Cary (NC) | 27518-7171 |
| 480037 | MyComputerCareer.edu-Raleigh | Raleigh (NC) | 27606 |
| 453163 | Strayer University-North Carolina | Morrisville (NC) | 27560 |
Stations (14)
Amtrak & bus stations near Apex, NC
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYN | Cary | 211 North Academy Street | RAIL |
| NSF | North Carolina State Fair station | 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd. | RAIL |
| RGH | Raleigh Union Station | 320 West Cabarrus Street | RAIL |
| DNC | Durham | 400 W. Chapel Hill Street | RAIL |
| SSM | Selma–Smithfield | 500 East Railroad Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Apex
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Apex Post Office | Apex (NC) | 27502 |
| Cary Post Office | Cary (NC) | 27511 |
| Holly Spring Post Office | Holly Springs (NC) | 27540 |
| Academy Post Office | Cary (NC) | 27519 |
| New Hill Post Office | New Hill (NC) | 27562 |
Other cities in Wake County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wake County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Raleigh | 474,414 | The capital of North Carolina, Raleigh is a major center for business, government, and education. |
| West Raleigh | 338,759 | A census-designated place located in Wake County, North Carolina. |
| Cary | 173,587 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Wake Forest | 47,314 | Town located in the U. |
| Garner | 32,180 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Fuquay-Varina | 32,145 | City in North Carolina |
| Holly Springs | 31,377 | City in and county seat of Marshall County, Mississippi, United States |
| Morrisville | 30,495 | Town in Wake County, North Carolina, United States |
| Knightdale | 18,122 | City in Wake County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Wendell | 9,387 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Rolesville | 8,882 | City in Wake County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Zebulon | 6,514 | City in Pike County, Georgia, United States |
| Green Level | 2,158 | City in Alamance County, North Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Apex distances to largest North Carolina cities
