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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Fuquay-Varina, NC vs Matthews, NC

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Are people in Matthews older or younger than people in Fuquay-Varina?
- The Median Age in Matthews is 2.9 years older than in Fuquay-Varina.

Are housing costs cheaper in Matthews or Fuquay-Varina?
- Matthews housing costs are 3.4% more expensive than Fuquay-Varina housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Matthews or Fuquay-Varina?
- The average commute for residents of Matthews is 3.3 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fuquay-Varina.

Things to do in Fuquay-Varina?
Fuquay-Varina, NC lies in Wake county near Raleigh. This town has seen significant growth since 2000 with its population almost doubling to around 22,000 people today.

Things to do in Matthews?
Matthews NC can be found just south Charlotte known primarily for its notable downtown area boasting several art galleries and boutiques alongside restaurants offering a range international cuisine perfect for date night.

 Fuquay-Varina, NCMatthews, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock29,417329,725,481
 Median Income$85,047  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$427,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time31.42  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Fuquay-Varina    4 Reviews
Janice · McDonough, GA
Fuquay Varina
Over 12 years ago

Do not ever make the mistake of moving to Wake County, NC. The rudest, unfriendliest people ever. Bad drivers, constant horn blowing unlike anywhere I have ever  More

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Brian · Fuquay Varina, NC
Really Great Place to Live - Don't Miss Out!!
Over 18 years ago

I am a local Real Estate Broker and Owner of Wray Realty (www.Triangle-NC.com) I grew up in the Bustling Triangle area. I have lived in Raleigh, Garner, Apex, and Now  More

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Rick · Fuquay Varina, NC
Carolina
Over 19 years ago

I live in the heart of North  More

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Reviews for Matthews    2 Reviews
Marc · Matthews, NC
See Charlotte
Over 16 years ago

Matthews is a suburb of Charlotte. It's big advantage over Charlotte is that you are on the edge of the rural areas, and it is safer. Don't expect to save any on taxes  More

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denise · Ogden, UT
Moving Soon
Over 19 years ago

Is there segragation in  More

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