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Dunn, NC

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Population
8,814
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
208 ft
Median Home Value
$193,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$788/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$46,830
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in North CarolinaPopulation rankingHighest population places in North CarolinaNearest larger communityFuquay-Varina, North Carolina22 miles away · 48,536 residents.

About Dunn

Dunn is the most populous city in Harnett County, North Carolina, situated within the Raleigh-Durham combined statistical area. Originally known as Lucknow and renamed in 1873, the community of approximately 8,559 grew as refugees resettled after the 1865 Battle of Averasborough. Public education for local students is administered by the Harnett County Schools district.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+98.6ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+97.8rating

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