Over the last 10 years Cary has had steady, manageable population growth of about 2.9 percent, giving us a population of just over 182,000 people. That makes us the 2nd largest municipality in Wake County, the 7th largest municipality in North Carolina, and the 150th largest municipality in the nation. While we are categorized as a mid-sized city, we continue to prioritize small town values. We are the 2nd largest TOWN in the nation.

Our Downtown will see the most change starting with the downtown park which should be completed this summer. Right now it is approximately 80% complete. Operational planning has kicked into high gear and staff is being hired in preparation for opening. Features of the park include a performance pavilion, skywalk, bark bar, dog park, gathering garden, a children’s play area called the Nest, Park Street courts, and the square with the fountain.

Learn more about the changes and what to expect as you spend time with your Heart of Cary neighbors and local business owners.

Please let us know you are coming as we are proud to host you with a continental breakfast from Koffee Kafe.