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Raleigh–Durham, NC

RisingMarch 2026
Population Δ % (5yr)
Source: Census ACS
Home Price Δ % YoY
Source: FHFA HPI
Median HH Income
Source: Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
Source: Census ACS
GDP Growth
+4.5%
Source: BEA RGDP
Employment Growth
+3.6%
Source: BLS QCEW
Avg Weekly Wage
$1,360
Source: BLS QCEW
Metro Population
2.2M
Source: Census ACS

Axiom Signal Scores

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Composite signal groups derived from >50 public + proprietary data sources, normalized 0–100 across all US metros.

Business Vitality77/100 — Thriving
Population Momentum82/100 — Surging
Demographics80/100 — Premium
Economic Strength78/100 — Powerhouse
Development Pipeline74/100 — Active
Accessibility48/100 — Car-Dependent
Safety & Environment66/100 — Low Risk
Amenity Demand72/100 — Well-Served
Metro composite average:72/100

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Top Neighborhoods by Axiom Score

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Highest-scoring micro-markets within Raleigh–Durham, NC.

1Downtown Raleigh
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Market Analysis

Data-driven narrative for Raleigh–Durham, NC — March 2026.

The Research Triangle's biotech and university ecosystem produces some of the strongest demographic signals in the nation — high education attainment, rising incomes, and a young population. Apple and Google campus investments are catalyzing development pipeline activity in previously suburban corridors.

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