Holly Springs

NC

Wake County, North Carolina

Population 1.2M |Median income $105,768 |6 hospitals

Population
1,178,653
Wake County
Median Income
$105,768
+56% vs avg
Median Home Value
$461,300
+103% vs avg
Median Age
37.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
1.2M+27%
Median Income
$105,768+60%
Median Home Value
$461,300+101%
Poverty Rate
8.1%-26%
Unemployment
4.1%-47%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Poverty Rate
8.1% -43% vs avg
Unemployment 4.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 57.2%
Work From Home 29.1%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 57.9%
African American 18.8%
Asian 8.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
32.2%
Short Sleep Duration
31.5%
Obesity
29.3%
Physical Inactivity
18%
Binge Drinking
14.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.7%
Current Asthma
10.1%
Current Smoking
9.6%
Diabetes
9.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
9.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 70.7%
Annual Checkup 80.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
4.7%
Stroke
2.6%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
2
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4.7/5
Total Hospitals
6
With ER
3
REX HOSPITAL
RALEIGH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
WAKEMED, CARY HOSPITAL
CARY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
WAKEMED, RALEIGH CAMPUS
RALEIGH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Holly Springs Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Holly Springs, NC? ▼
Holly Springs, NC has a population of 1,178,653 people, located in Wake County, North Carolina.
What is the median household income in Holly Springs? ▼
The median household income in Holly Springs, NC is $105,768 per year. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
What is the median home value in Holly Springs? ▼
The median home value in Holly Springs, NC is $461,300. Median rent is $1,623/month.
What are the top health concerns in Holly Springs? ▼
The top health indicators in Holly Springs include High Blood Pressure (32.2%), Short Sleep Duration (31.5%), Obesity (29.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Holly Springs? ▼
Holly Springs has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 4.7/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Holly Springs? ▼
The median age in Holly Springs, NC is 37.3 years. 57.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Holly Springs, NC is located in Wake County, North Carolina. With a population of 1.2M and a median household income of $105,768, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 4.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Holly Springs area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Wake County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.