Apex, North Carolina
Apex is a town in Wake County, North Carolina, with an estimated population of 72,225 in 2023. It sits at 35.7246, -78.8787 in the America/New_York time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Apex |
| Type | town |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Wake County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 72,225 |
| Land area | 25.71 sq mi (66.58 km²) |
| Coordinates | 35.7246, -78.8787 |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| ZIP codes | 27502, 27523, 27539 |
| Telephone area codes | 919, 984 |
This place also extends into Chatham County.
ZIP codes and area codes for Apex
Apex covers 3 ZIP codes: 27502, 27523, 27539. Telephone area codes serving the area: 919, 984. Browse all ZIP codes in North Carolina for the full list.
Where is Apex?
Apex is located in North Carolina, in Wake County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Cary 8 km · NCHolly Springs 9 km · NCMorrisville 13 km · NCFuquay-Varina 17 km · NCGarner 24 km · NCRaleigh 25 km · NCPittsboro 26 km · NCAngier 27 km · NC
Other places in Wake County
Raleigh 482,295Cary 180,010Wake Forest 54,337Holly Springs 46,271Fuquay-Varina 43,817Garner 35,265Morrisville 31,703Knightdale 20,275Wendell 14,400Rolesville 11,297
Frequently asked questions
What county is Apex, NC in?
Apex is in Wake County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Apex, NC?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 72,225.
What time zone is Apex in?
Apex is in the America/New_York time zone.