Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
Fuquay-Varina: city in North Carolina
About
Fuquay-Varina is a city located in the county of Wake in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,937 and a population density of 569 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 32,145 inhabitants.
The city was created 117 years ago in 1908.
Quick Facts about Fuquay-Varina
| Population | 32,145 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Wake County |
| Area | 31.5 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.5843,-78.8000 |
| Altitude | 325 feet / 99 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1909 (117 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 21:58:36 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,020 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 44.2% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Fuquay-Varina is located at 35°35'4"N 78°48'0"W (35.5843200, -78.8000100).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Fuquay-Varina increased by 44.2% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,937 | - | census |
| 2011 | 19,165 | 6.41% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 19,996 | 4.16% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 21,296 | 6.1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 22,653 | 5.99% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 23,934 | 5.35% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 25,895 | 7.57% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 27,823 | 6.93% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 29,137 | 4.51% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 30,324 | 3.91% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 32,145 | 5.66% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Fuquay-Varina
1South Park
900 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195521430 | Website available
2Falcon Park
105 Falcon Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195521430 | Website available
3Splash Pad
900 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195521430 | Website available
4Fleming Loop Recreational Park
501 Fleming Loop Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195521430 | Website available
5Mineral Spring Park
104 Spring St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195521430 | Website available
Where to Eat in Fuquay-Varina
1Bojangles
1400 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195570749 | Website available
2Cook Out
1433 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
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3Applebee's Grill + Bar
1480 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195521521 | Website available
4Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q
1440 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195572400 | Website available
5Starbucks
1380 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195570533 | Website available
Where to Stay in Fuquay-Varina
1Quality Inn
511 N Judd Pkwy NE, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States View details
Phone: +19195572009 | Website available
People born in Fuquay-Varina (7)
People born in Fuquay-Varina, including football player Andre Bowden, visual artist Beverly Buchanan, politician Lynton Y. Ballentine, .
More notable people
- Woody Crowson (American baseball player) he was born in 01/01/1918
- Conor Donovan (American association football player) he was born in 08/01/1996
- Curley Bridges (American electric blues, rock-and-roll, and rhythm-and-blues singer, pianist and songwriter) he was born in 07/02/1934
- Katharine Stinson (American aeronautical engineer) she was born in 18/09/1917
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Fuquay-Varina, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199856 | Wake Technical Community College | Raleigh (NC) | 27603-5696 |
Nearby Transit Stations (15)
Rail and bus stations connected to Fuquay-Varina, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYN | Cary | 211 North Academy Street | RAIL |
| RGH | Raleigh Union Station | 320 West Cabarrus Street | RAIL |
| NSF | North Carolina State Fair station | 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd. | RAIL |
| DNC | Durham | 400 W. Chapel Hill Street | RAIL |
| SSM | Selma–Smithfield | 500 East Railroad Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Fuquay-Varina.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fuquay Varina Post Office | Fuquay Varina (NC) | 27526 |
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. |
| Cary | 173,587 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Apex | 64,388 | The most populous city in Wake County, North Carolina. |
| Wake Forest | 47,314 | Town located in the U. |
| Garner | 32,180 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| 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
Fuquay-Varina distances to largest North Carolina cities