City vs city
Cary, NC vs Wilmington, NC
| Cary | Wilmington | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 176,686 | 118,578 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Median home value | $525,200 | $350,300 |
| Median rent | $1,621 | $1,311 |
| Household income | $129,399 | $63,900 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% | 4.6% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 37% | 29% |
| State crime /100k | 2,141 | 2,141 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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