Last year I wrote a blog post called Cary NC Continues to Thrive. I did so because I'm amazed at the low taxes in our area and the resources and planning that go into making Cary the Best Place to Live in the US! In 2011 the growth and prosperity has continued and this area is becoming the poster child for recovery from the Great Recession.
So, what's happening in Cary?
While other areas continue to struggle with their economies Cary's unemployment rate has been stable with companies continuing to bring jobs to the area. Which companies are continuing to grow?
- 117 new jobs at Lord Corporation
- 200 new jobs at Research in Motion
- 70 new jobs at Bologics
- 500 new jobs at SAS
Newcomers are still Relocating to Cary:
We all know that residential growth is much slower than in previous years due mostly to these continuing tough 
economic times. That said, people are continuing to come to Cary.
- Our growth rate is stable at 3%
- Cary now has140,000 residents and is the seventh largest municipality in the state.
- Cary issued more single-family permits in 2011, more than any other municipality in Wake County, including Raleigh.
Town of Cary Safety:
- Cary is considered to be one of the 10 safest cities in America.
- The safest in North Carolina and the safest in the southeast.
- Of communities 100,000 and greater, Cary is the third safest place in the nation. This is the 13th consecutive year on the list.
Cary's Major Sports Venues are Active: Cary Tennis Park, the USA Baseball National Training Complex, and the WakeMed Soccer Park
- USA Baseball hosted several national and international events including the USA collegiate team contests
result - The tennis park hosted state and national junior tournaments as well as the ACC tournament. In addition, the North Carolina Tennis Association recognized Cary's Parks department as the outstanding Parks and Recreation Department of the year.
- The WakeMed Soccer Park hosted the NCAA Women's College Cup, the ACC men's and women's championships, 10 RailHawks matches, several cross country matches, and many more events
DoesCary have any parks and walking trails?
- Cary’s park system is recognized as one of the nation’s best and the Town is still planning for additional trails and greenways:
- The planning for a new trailhead park has begun along Old Reedy Creek Road, which will provide parking and access to trails within Lake Crabtree Park, and the Black Creek Greenway.
- Eight new greenways will be expanded or created to add to our existing 60 miles of greenways - all helping to make Cary one of the most recreationally friendly towns in America.
Cary Community Arts Center Opened in 2011
- The old Cary Elementary building has been transformed into the new Cary Community Arts Center which
is now open. - There are 16 teaching and activity spaces in the building.
- Specialized studios provide new classes such as wood-working, faux painting techniques, print-making and lithography in addition to expanded learning in ceramics, jewelry, glass-making, fiber arts, dance, youth and adult performances.
- The art gallery is provided for artists from Cary and beyond to exhibit works in a professional, historic yet modern setting.
So, Why Cary?
In 2011, Cary was once again named one of the safest places in America as well as the healthiest of 100 housing markets in the country, one of the top 5 most inventive cities, and one of the top 4 small cities for quality of life. Cary was recognized as being in the top 5 small cities for economic potential while remaining home to the best company to work for - SAS Institute. I am also proud to note that Cary is the second biggest brain magnet in the US, meaning that it attracts some of the most educated citizens in the world..
If you are thinking of relocating to Cary it is clear to see that there are many wonderful reasons to call the area home! It is also evident that, as the Cary area has grown during the past the town has also matured in the process. Cary will continue to be one of the Best Places to Live in 2012!
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