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Chapel Hill, NC
Chapel Hill · Orange County · NC 27514
Updated June 22, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$593K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.1/10
Schools
42 min
to Raleigh, NC
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
71/100
FQuietness
30/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score45/100
Our Take
Chapel Hill offers top‑rated schools, a lively cultural scene, and plenty of green space, but it’s a car‑centric town with high housing costs and limited walkability. It’s great for families or remote workers who can afford the price and tolerate the campus‑driven noise and parking hassles.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public schools
- ✓Proximity to UNC and research facilities
- ✓Vibrant dining and nightlife
- ✓Abundant parks and outdoor recreation
Real Talk
- !High home prices relative to income
- !Need a car for most errands
- !Campus events create traffic and parking headaches
- !Noise and bustle from college life
- $Higher property taxes and insurance
- $Parking fees at university events
- $Utility costs can be above regional averages
Best For
College studentsAcademicsFamilies with high incomeRemote workers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Chapel Hill, NC
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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