Knightdale
Located in eastern Wake County, just nine miles from downtown Raleigh, the town of Knightdale offers businesses and residents easy access to the entire Research Triangle Region by way of I-540 and US Hwy 64. Additionally, thanks to the newly designated I-87, the entire eastern seaboard is within reach by way of I-95—less than 40 minutes away.
Money Magazine names Knightdale, NC in the Top 100 Places to Live in North America
Knightdale, NC is one of the top 100 places to live in America. They have great food, lots of outdoor activities, and a true community culture.
Knighdale is one of the Fastest Growing Towns in NC
Knightdale has exploded into one of the fastest-growing towns in the state and has become one of the most diverse communities in the Triangle.
Knightdale: North Carolina's Booming Small Town
Coming up in the ranks, Knightdale is one of the fastest growing communities.
Fast Facts
Population Growth: 15,849 (2017), 39% growth from 2010-2017.
Educational Attainment: 37.7% received their bachelor’s degree or higher.
Median Household Income: $63,595
Unemployment Rate: 3.7%
Proximity to Key Locations
RDU Airport: 28 Miles
Research Triangle Park: 29 Miles
Downtown Raleigh: 9 Miles
NC State University: 17 Miles
Duke University: 40 Miles
UNC Chapel Hill: 41 Miles
North Carolina Beaches: 2 Hours
North Carolina Mountains: 3 Hours
Key Industries
Cleantech Healthcare
Information Technology
Life Sciences
Manufacturing
Major Employers
ESP/SurgeX
Schneider Electric
UNC Healthcare
Wake Stone
