Morrisville, North Carolina
Morrisville: town in Wake County, North Carolina, United States
About
Morrisville is a town located in the county of Wake in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 18,576 and a population density of 829 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 30,495 inhabitants.
The town was created 186 years ago in 1839.
Quick Facts about Morrisville
| Population | 30,495 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Wake County |
| Phone Area Codes | 919 |
| Area | 22.42 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.8235,-78.8256 |
| Altitude | 299 feet / 91 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1840 (186 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 23:57:13 (16th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 27560 |
| Density | 1,360 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 39.09% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 92℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Morrisville is located at 35°49'25"N 78°49'32"W (35.8234800, -78.8255600).
Morrisville map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Southwest wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Morrisville increased by 39.09% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,576 | - | census |
| 2011 | 19,289 | 3.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 20,161 | 4.33% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 21,650 | 6.88% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 22,536 | 3.93% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 23,923 | 5.8% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 24,718 | 3.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 26,434 | 6.49% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 27,434 | 3.65% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 28,846 | 4.89% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 30,495 | 5.41% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Morrisville
1Lake Crabtree County Park
1400 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194603390 | Website available
2Raleigh-Durham International Airport Observation Park
W International Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19198402123 | Website available
3Morrisville Community Park
1520 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194637110 | Website available
4Church Street Park
5817 Cricket Pitch Way, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194637110 | Website available
5Cedar Fork District Park
232 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194637110 | Website available
Where to Eat in Morrisville
1Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
955 Airport Blvd, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194639222 | Website available
2Hooters
1001 Claren Cir, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194692900 | Website available
3Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
3300 Village Market Place, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19192970953 | Website available
4Waffle House
1006 Airport Blvd, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194600388 | Website available
5Texas Steakhouse & Saloon
948 Airport Blvd, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194687194 | Website available
Where to Stay in Morrisville
1Cambria Hotel Raleigh-Durham Airport
300 Airgate Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19193613311 | Website available
2Hyatt House Raleigh Durham Airport
10962 Chapel Hill Rd, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19193885355 | Website available
3La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
1001 Hospitality Ct, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19194611771 | Website available
4Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
104 Factory Shops Rd, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19196513793 | Website available
5Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
201 Airgate Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560, United States View details
Phone: +19195441010 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Morrisville
1Morrisville Town Hall
100 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560 View details
Phone: +19194636200 | Website available
2Morrisville City Hall
260 Town Hall Dr a, Morrisville, NC 27560 View details
Phone: +19194637110 | Website available
3Village At Town Hall Commons
Morrisville, NC 27560 View details
4Morrisville Town Clerk
100 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560 View details
Phone: +19194636151
People born in Morrisville (3)
People born in Morrisville, including baseball player and coach Vic Sorrell, stock car racing driver David Ray Boggs, painter, printmaker, illustrator and teacher Mabel Pugh, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Morrisville, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 453163 | Strayer University-North Carolina | Morrisville (NC) | 27560 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Morrisville, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| 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 |
Closest post offices linked to Morrisville.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Morrisvill Post Office | Morrisville (NC) | 27560 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Morrisville, Pennsylvania town in Wake County, North Carolina, United States with a population of 8,605 people.
- Morrisville, Pennsylvania Borough in Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 8,490 people.
- Morrisville, Vermont village in the U. with a population of 2,090 people.
- Morrisville, New York village in New York state with a population of 1,733 people.
- Morrisville, Missouri city in Missouri with a population of 398 people.
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 |
| Fuquay-Varina | 32,145 | City in North Carolina |
| Holly Springs | 31,377 | City in and county seat of Marshall County, Mississippi, 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
Morrisville distances to largest North Carolina cities