COMMUNITY GUIDE TO FUQUAY-VARINA NC

City: Fuquay-Varina

Zip Codes: 27526

Counties: Wake

Municipalities: 

• Wake: Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, Knightdale, Morrisville, Raleigh, Rolesville, Wake Forest, Wendell, Zebulon

Area: 18.73 sq. mi. 

Population: 36,736 (2020) 

Demographics: The breakdown of racial and ethnic groups are: White (68.93%); Black or African American (13.76%); Hispanic or Latino (9.36%). The median age for residents is 35. According to the 2020 US Census, the median household income was $85,047. 

Brief History: Fuquay-Varina has a rich history dating back to when Fuquay and Varina were two separate municipalities. Fuquay was named after William Fuquay, who was a French veteran of the revolutionary war, and Varina was named after a soldier's wife who used to sign letters with the pen name of Varina during the Civil War. In 1963, the two towns merged to become one, and Fuquay-Varina has continued to grow since then. Fuquay-Varina preserves its history with several historic sites and attractions that pay homage to its past, telling the story of the town. 

Area Info: Fuquay-Varina is located approximately 35 minutes south of Raleigh. The town hosts several events throughout the year, including the Independence Day Celebration, the Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival, and the Follow Me to Fuquay-Varina Concert Series. Fuquay-Varina has become a popular town to settle down in outside of the larger cities and has seen a significant increase in its population alongside the growth of the Research Triangle. 

Historic Places & Cultural Places of Interest: Fuquay-Varina Museums at Ashworth Park, Fuquay-Varina Arts Center, Walter Aiken House, Fuquay Mineral Spring Park, Ballentine-Spence House

Amenities: Fuquay-Varina has a broad mix of chain and locally-run stores that feature the latest fashion, home essentials, and gifts. Fine nationwide brands such as Walmart, Home Deport, Pet Smart, and T.J. Maxx. Or visit downtown, where Shoppes on Main offers over 30 specialty shops and boutiques. Also, along Main Street are many restaurants and cafes where you can find everything from coffee and baked goods to grills and live music. 

Parks and Recreation: Fuquay-Varina Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources manages 21 parks within the town. These parks include playgrounds, multi-purpose fields, picnic shelters, an amphitheater, tennis courts, and more. The department also manages multiple trails, a community center, and a splash pad.

Public Transportation: GoRaleigh provides bus services from Fuquay-Varina to downtown Raleigh. There are also many main highways that are located near the town, providing easy access to nearby cities. 

Education: Schools in Fuquay-Varina are managed by Wake County Public School System. There are currently seven elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, and one charter school. Fuquay-Varina is also very close to the Wake Technical Community College in Cary and several universities throughout the Research Triangle nearby.

 

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