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Selma, NC

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Population
7,406
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
175 ft
Median Home Value
$171,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$820/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$41,368
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Selma

Selma is a small, quiet town in Johnston County, North Carolina, built around a rich railroad heritage. Home to roughly 6,300 people, the community centers on its walkable historic downtown and the Selma Union Depot, which still serves active Amtrak passengers today. Local antique shops, cozy diners, and vintage brick storefronts give the town center a classic charm that reflects its 19th-century roots.

19990205 33 Selma, North Carolina (6620530573)

Living in Selma offers an easy, affordable pace with direct access to the broader Triangle region. The town sits right at the crossroads of I-95 and US 70, putting commuters about 40 minutes from downtown Raleigh and only minutes from neighboring Smithfield. With local schools in the Johnston County district and a relaxed neighborhood feel, Selma is a great fit for anyone looking for small-town living within reach of bigger-city conveniences.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+99.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+97.4rating

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