City vs city
Apex, NC vs Wilmington, NC
| Apex | Wilmington | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 67,765 | 118,578 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 3.4% | 1.4% |
| Median home value | $514,800 | $350,300 |
| Median rent | $1,784 | $1,311 |
| Household income | $138,442 | $63,900 |
| Unemployment | 3.8% | 4.6% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 39% | 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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