Eastern Wake, Johnston & Harnett Counties Information

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• Area Info
• State & Local Tax
• Drivers License & Auto Tags
• University & Colleges
• Commuting

Area Information

Population data according to the 2000 Census:
Wake County
Garner: 17,757
Knightdale: 5,958
Wendell: 4,247
Zebulon:4,026

Johnston County:
Clayton: 6,973
Selma: 5,914

Welcome to the Southeastern corner of the Triangle, one of the friendliest portions of what Sir Walter Raleigh called, "the goodliest land." Nestled to the south and east of Raleigh, this area, encompassing portions of Wake, Johnston and Harnett Counties includes the towns of Garner, Clayton, Zebulon, Wendell, Knightdale and Selma.

Because development has been steady but not explosive during the 1990s, the area's communities have had time to plan for essential facilities and services to accommodate the growth that is coming their way. Projects like the Garner Senior Center, Lake Benson Park and numerous golf courses make the area desirable for commuters to Raleigh and RTP.

A new home purchase in the area is likely to prove a good investment. Residential growth has begun to surge, and land prices are generally lower than in other portions of the Triangle. Homes in the area have an average price in the low to mid $100s. And lot sizes are generally larger, averaging 3/4 of an acre. Many, large, lush tracts of land are still available in areas adjacent to transportation arteries. The steady decrease in vacancy rates in existing retail, office, commercial and industrial properties is evidence of a robust economy.

This indicates community stability and a commitment by area residents to build on their quality of life. This is further evidenced by strong growth in educational and arts programs throughout the region.

The area is poised for rapid growth. The shift from a primarily agricultural to a suburban population is likely to continue at a hurried pace. A pro-business environment and a commitment to well-managed development with a sensitivity to the needs of its citizens will help make the region live up to its slogan, "the most promising corner in the Triangle."

Utilities & Public Works Departments

Clayton (Johnston County County)
Cable TV: Time Warner 595-4892
Electricity: Progress Energy 919-508-5400
Garbage: Republic Waste 919-772-7387
Waste Management: 919-284-4800
Waste Industries: 919-662-7100
Natural Gas: NCNG 1-800-275-6264
Telephone: Sprint 919-553-3016
Water & Sewer: 919-553-1530

Garner (Wake County)
Cable TV: Time Warner 919-595-4892
Electricity: Progress Energy 919-508-5400
Garbage: 919-772-1316
Natural Gas: PSNC Energy 1-877-776-2427
Telephone: BellSouth Residential 1-888-757-6500
Water & Sewer: 919-250-2737

Knightdale (Wake County)
Cable TV: Time Warner 919-595-4892
Electricity: Progress Energy 919-508-5400
Water/Sewer/Garbage: 919-217-2212
Natural Gas: PSNC Energy 1-877-776-2427
McCracken Rolesville Propane: 919-556-3143
Telephone: BellSouth Residential 1-888-757-6500

Raleigh (Wake County)
Cable TV: Time Warner 919-595-4892
Electricity: Progress Energy 1-800-452-2777
Trash: City of Raleigh 919-831-6890
Natural Gas: PSNC Energy 1-877-776-2427
Telephone: BellSouth Residential 1-888-757-6500
Water/Sewer: City of Raleigh 919-890-3245

Wendell (Wake County)
Cable TV: Time Warner 919-595-4892
Electricity: Progress Energy 919-508-5400
Water/Sewer/Garbage: Wendell Town Hall 919-365-4444
Natural Gas: PSNC Energy 1-877-776-2427
McCracken Rolesville Propane: 919-556-3143
Telephone: BellSouth Residential 1-888-757-6500

Zebulon (Wake County)
Cable TV: Time Warner 919-595-4892
Electricity: Progress Energy 919-508-5400
Water/Sewer/Garbage: Town of Zebulon 919-269-7455
Natural Gas: PSNC Energy 1-877-776-2427
Telephone: BellSouth Residential 1-888-757-6500


Voter Registration
North Carolina Law require you to keep your voter registration information current.
Harnett County Board of Elections 910-893-7553
Johnston County Board of Elections 919-989-5095
Wake County Board of Elections 919-856-6240

Public Schools
Harnett County Schools 910-893-8151
Johnston County Schools 919-934-6031
Wake County Public School System 919-850-1600

State & Local Tax

For more information on property taxes call Wake County, 919-856-5400

City (County)	County Rate	City/Town Rate	Combined Rate	Monthly Amount Per $100K Valuation
Clayton (Johnston)	.780	.490	1.270	$106
Garner (Wake)	.604	.560	1.164	$97
Knightdale (Wake)	.604	.50	1.104	$92
Raleigh (Wake)	.604	.395	.999	$83
Selma (Johnston)	.780	.430	1.210	$101
Wendell (Wake)	.604	.540	1.144	$95
Zebulon (Wake)	.604	.480	1.084	$90
Harnett County Only	.730	--	.730	$61
Johnston County Only	.780	--	.780	$65
Wake County Only	.604	--	.604	$50

Drivers License & Auto Tags

New North Carolina residents have 60 days to register their cars and to acquire North Carolina's driver's license. Please note that driver's license offices and car registration facilities are in separate locations. Call the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles at 919-715-7000 to find the ones nearest you. In addition, they also maintain a very informative website where you can search for office locations and download the "Drivers Handbook." www.dmv.dot.state.nc.us

University & Colleges

Central Carolina Community College - (Pittsboro) Pittsboro Campus (Chatham County) is home to numerous curriculum programs.

Duke University - (Durham) University and Medical Center with international academic and research prominence. Established 1924.

Durham Technical Community College - (Durham) Postsecondary education for vocational and technical careers. Established 1948.

Johnston Community College - (Smithfield) Near intersection of I-95 and US70 Business. Established 1969.

Meredith College - (Raleigh) The largest, private four-year women's college in the southeast. Established in 1899.

North Carolina Central University - (Durham) Nation's first public liberal arts institution founded for African Americans. Established in 1910.

North Carolina State University - (Raleigh) National leader in science, engineering and technology education and research. Established in 1887.

Peace College - (Raleigh) Accredited, four-year, baccalaureate women's college. Established 1857.

Saint Augustine's College - (Raleigh) Private, accredited, historically black, coeducational college. Established in 1865.

Shaw University - (Raleigh) The oldest historically black university in the south. Established in1865.

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary - (Wake Forest) Theological training, graduate and post-graduate degree programs. Established 1951.

University of North Carolina--Chapel Hill - (Chapel Hill) The first state university in the US. Known for academics and research. Established 1789.

Wake Technical Community College - (Raleigh) Credit programs leading to associates degrees and certificates. Established 1958.

Commuting

The Triangle is a big place, and we have an honest-to-goodness, stop and roll rush hour. Keep that in mind when you are choosing a home. For easy reference, remember:

It's about 25 minutes driving time between Raleigh and Durham (via I-40 and the Durham Expressway).
It's about 35 minutes from Raleigh to Chapel Hill (via I-40 and NC Highway 54).
It's about 12 minutes from Durham to Chapel Hill (via US15-501).

Definitely add time to these estimates if you're driving during rush hours (7:30-9:00am and 4:00-6:00pm).