Wake Forest, NC Ranked #25 Best Place to Live for Families

Fortune WELL analyzed more than 2,000 U.S. cities to find the top 50 best places to live for families in 2024. According to the study, Wake Forest proudly placed in the #25 spot. Analysts reviewed over 200 data points that included education, general wellness, financial health, resources for aging adults, and livability. This wide-ranging analysis provided a broad array of places that offer essential resources from health care to education, as well as a sense of community. Wake Forest was recognized for its low crime, good schools, and popular “small, big town” feel. The town has seen a population increase of more than 300% in the last 12 years. The town also boasts 500 acres of parks, affordable housing, and a high walkability score that provides easy accessibility to resources for residents. Read the full report here.