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Raleigh, NC
Raleigh · NC 27606
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$530K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
20 min
to Downtown Raleigh
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
75/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score52/100
Our Take
Raleigh 27606 offers solid schools and a healthy median income, making it a solid choice for families and young professionals. The area, however, scores low on walkability and transit, and rising housing costs mean you’ll need to budget for property taxes and HOA fees. It’s a comfortable place if you’re okay with a bit of commuting and limited public‑transport options.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated schools (average 7.5/10)
- ✓Reasonably priced housing relative to citywide trends
- ✓Proximity to downtown amenities and job centers
- ✓Growing tech and academic job market
Real Talk
- !Limited walkability and public transit options
- !Commute times can be 15‑25 minutes to downtown or major employment hubs
- !Housing prices are rising faster than local income growth
- !Potential traffic congestion on main routes
- $Property taxes and insurance can be high in Raleigh
- $HOA fees in many developments add to monthly expenses
- $Utility costs (HVAC, water) tend to be above average for the region
Best For
FamiliesYoung ProfessionalsTech WorkersStudents
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Raleigh, 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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