Apex, NC Local Data & Statistics

State: NC

Total population: 70,630 Household income: $144,135 Rent: $1,902

Overview

Total population

70,630

Rent

$1,902

Year built

2008

Household income

$144,135

Per capita income

$60,473

Poverty rate

2.2%

Unemployment rate

2.5%

Household size

2.8 persons

Rent over 30% of income

43.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

North Carolina

Total population

70,630

Adults over 25

46,327

Total households

25,235

Household size

2.8 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$144,135

Per capita income

$60,473

Poverty rate

2.2%

Unemployment rate

2.5%

Rent over 30% of income

43.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,902

Year built

2008

Households that rent

23.5%

Households that own

76.5%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.8

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

63.2%

Black

7.4%

Asian

19.5%

Two or more races

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

6.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

93.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

64%

Commute time to work

25 mins

Work from home

36%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

12.7%

High school graduate or GED

8.9%

Some college or associate degree

8.9%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

69.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Apex, NC with: North Carolina United States

Apex, NC

Total population70,630

Rent$1,902

Year built2008

Household income$144,135

Per capita income$60,473

Poverty rate2.2%

Unemployment rate2.5%

North Carolina State

Total population10,730,404

Rent$1,228

Year built1991

Household income$72,388

Per capita income$41,385

Poverty rate13%

Unemployment rate3.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	TownApex, NC	StateNorth Carolina	CountryUnited States
Total population	70,630	10,730,404	334,922,499
Rent	$1,902	$1,228	$1,413
Year built	2008	1991	1980
Household income	$144,135	$72,388	$80,734
Per capita income	$60,473	$41,385	$44,673
Poverty rate	2.2%	13%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.5%	3.6%	4%

View the complete comparison of Apex, NC, North Carolina and United States →

Summary for Apex, NC

Apex is located in North Carolina.

Rent & Income

In Apex, the typical monthly rent is $1,902 and the typical household income is $144,135. Rent here is higher than in both North Carolina and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 2.2%, which is lower than in both North Carolina and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 23.5% of households. About 43.2% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 69.5% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is lower than both North Carolina and the national rate.

Apex, NC — Rent vs Household Income

Apex, NC — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Apex, NC compares in North Carolina (22 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,902	22 / 22	from lower rent	$957 – $1,902
Household income	$144,135	1 / 22	from higher income	$49,748 – $144,135
Poverty rate	2.2%	1 / 22	from lower poverty	2.2% – 24.6%
Unemployment rate	2.5%	1 / 22	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 7.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in North Carolina with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Apex, NC

Rent

For typical rent levels, Apex is ranked 22nd out of 22 major areas in North Carolina. Statewide values span from $957 in Rocky Mount, NC to $1,902 in Apex, NC.

Household income

In terms of household income, Apex comes in 1st among 22 major places. Across North Carolina, income levels vary from $49,748 in Greenville, NC to $144,135 in Apex, NC.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Apex in 1st place among 22 significant areas. Across North Carolina, poverty ranges between 2.2% and 24.6%.

Unemployment rate

Apex places 1st among 22 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.5% to 7.2%.

💰 Rent in Apex, NC (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,902 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Apex, NC

Annual Household Income: $144,135

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Apex, NC

Estimated Rate: 2.2%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Apex, NC

In Apex, NC, households that rent: 5,921 (23.5%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	5,921	23.5%
Owner-Occupied	19,314	76.5%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Apex, NC

In Apex, NC, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 2,560 (43.2%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	2,560	43.2%
Other renter households	3,361	56.8%
Total renter households	5,921	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Apex, NC

Less than High School: 5,876 people (12.7%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 4,114 people (8.9%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,130 people (8.9%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 32,207 people (69.5%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 46,327

📊 Unemployment Rate in Apex, NC

Estimated Rate: 2.5%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.