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Population: ~7,000
County: Wake County / Johnston County border
Distance to Raleigh: ~23 miles east (~30–35 min)
School District: Wake County Public Schools (WCPSS)
Known For: Carolina Mudcats baseball, small-town character, value pricing
Zebulon occupies a unique position in the Triangle — close enough to benefit from the metro's economic energy, far enough to retain authentic small-town character and land values that make Wake County's median look expensive by comparison. The town's most visible cultural asset is Five County Stadium, long-time home of the Carolina Mudcats baseball club, where summer evenings at the ballpark are a regional tradition.
For buyers who work remotely, have flexible schedules, or commute to eastern employers, Zebulon represents extraordinary value — larger lots, lower prices, and genuine community in a Wake County address. The Two Thirty One community, developed by Herring Homes between Zebulon and Wendell, offers newer construction on half-acre to one-acre lots at prices that would be impossible to find closer to Raleigh.
Q: Is Zebulon, NC a good place to live?
A: Zebulon is an ideal community for buyers who prioritize space, affordability, small-town character, and Wake County school access over proximity to Raleigh's urban core. Home prices are among the most affordable in Wake County, lots are larger, and the community has a genuinely authentic identity built around baseball, agriculture, and civic tradition.
Q: How far is Zebulon from Raleigh?
A: Zebulon is approximately 23 miles east of downtown Raleigh, a 30–35 minute drive via US-64 in normal traffic.
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29,003 people live in Zebulon, where the median age is 39.2 and the average individual income is $35,712. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Zebulon, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Delicias Mexicanas Yolis, Sunset Slush, and Olde Raleigh.
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| Dining | 4.5 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 1.34 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.5 miles | 42 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.52 miles | 25 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.35 miles | 10 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.23 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
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Zebulon has 10,807 households, with an average household size of 2.67. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Zebulon do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,003 people call Zebulon home. The population density is 245 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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