Wake County
With over 100 counties in North Carolina, Wake County is the largest, with a population of over 1.1 million people. Wake County is home to the state capital (Raleigh), 12 municipalities with varying sizes and populations, and part of the renowned Research Triangle Park.
Each municipality brings something different to its residents, which is one of the reasons Wake County is a dynamic place to live. Here’s a snapshot of each community in Wake County. For more information about Wake County, you can visit www.raleigh-wake.org. For a full list of rankings about Wake County, see here.
Economic Development in Wake County
Wake County is a prosperous hub for economic development. In the last few years, big names have signed on to join in on the growth of Wake County. The county’s momentum showed no signs of slowing in the past several years, with record-breaking investment and jobs announcements amounting to $5 billion investment and over 8,500 jobs.
Here are a few recent announcements:
Each year, Wake County Economic Development (a program of the Raleigh Chamber) releases an in-depth report sharing recaps of the previous year and predictions for the upcoming year. This comprehensive document covers updates from elected and executive leadership in Wake County as well as key stakeholders.
Executive Leadership in Wake County
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