Garner

Just south of downtown Raleigh, Garner is growing.

Venture just 10 minutes from downtown Raleigh and check out Garner, an All-America City with unique amenities and a genuine, hometown authenticity. Garner has retained its charm while boasting an exceptional quality of life thanks to hundreds of acres of award-winning parkland, an abundance of recreational and cultural arts opportunities and a broad array of shopping and dining options.

Great hangout spots in Garner include Full Bloom Coffee and Craft CafeShady's Bar and Aristotle Spirits in historic downtown Garner, as well as Aversboro Coffee and Lorraine's Coffee House and Music, which often features live bluegrass. Also check out hometown dining favorites like Angie's RestaurantTaqueria El ToroBig Ed's Garner and other tempting offerings at the White Oak Crossing Shopping Center. 


Overview for Garner, NC

30,859 people live in Garner, where the median age is 36.8 and the average individual income is $36,163. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

30,859

Total Population

36.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$36,163

Average individual Income

Around Garner, NC

There's plenty to do around Garner, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Somewhat Walkable
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37
Somewhat Bikeable
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Aristotle Spirits, Yemeni Cuisine Restaurant, and Wada Boba Tea.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.17 miles 17 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 3.07 miles 10 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 0.69 miles 9 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 3.21 miles 23 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 4.93 miles 7 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 4.07 miles 12 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Garner, NC

Garner has 12,221 households, with an average household size of 2.51. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Garner do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 30,859 people call Garner home. The population density is 1,863.04 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

30,859

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36.8

Median Age

48.49 / 51.51%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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12,221

Total Households

2.51

Average Household Size

$36,163

Average individual Income

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Garner, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Garner. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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