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Living in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Chapel Hill is Orange County's university town and home to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill — the nation's first public university, chartered in 1789, whose 30,000 students, 4,000 faculty, and world-class research enterprise give this city of 65,000 a cultural weight and intellectual
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Chapel Hill, North Carolina?
When relocating to Chapel Hill, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in North Carolina. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
61,607
Nearby Airport
RDU · Raleigh-Durham International Airport
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Climate / Avg Temperature
Avg 59°F; Jan low 30°F, Jul high 90°F
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Nearby Sports Teams
Carolina Hurricanes
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$1,000–$4,200
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Listed University
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$85,989
Median Home Value
$613,700
Median Gross Rent
$1,613
Households
21,189
Homeownership Rate
47.4%
Renter Rate
52.6%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
