Welcome to Holly Springs

Welcome to Holly Springs, North Carolina!

Regional MapHolly Springs is a global biomanufacturing hub located in Wake County, NC, the third fastest growing county in the country. Located minutes from the Raleigh urban core, an international airport, Research Triangle Park, and three tier one research universities, Holly Springs boasts an ecosystem encompassing infrastructure, diverse talent, affordability, and quality of life.

A dynamic, thriving community that is home to small businesses and multi-national firms, Holly Springs offers a perfect combination of a great place to live and to work. With a rapidly growing population, we have large-scale manufacturers and large retail centers, but still retain the supportive community and small town feel. In the past, visionary town leaders made the right choices, and today’s leaders are making the right investments in infrastructure, to ensure Holly Springs remains ready and set for a bright future.

Holly Springs is ready. It’s ready for the future. It’s ready for the hundreds of new families moving here. And, if you are looking to grow your business, Holly Springs is ready for you.

Fast Facts

  • Wake CountyPopulation: 41,239
  • Median Age: 35.8
  • Median Household Income: $110,758
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 59.6%

Data from the 2020 American Community Survey

top left is a group of girls playing soccer. Top right is a brick building with large open windows that are located downtown. Bottom left is our beautiful bass lake with a blue and orange sunset. Bottom right includes a green and black sign with leaves that says welcome holly springs

  1. State of City, County & Schools

    Holly Springs Leaders Participate in State of the City, County & Schools 2023

    Holly Springs received updates from county leaders at the Raleigh Chamber State of the City, County & Schools 2023. Elected officials and school representatives shared information and collaborated with officials and business leaders across the region. Read more on LinkedIn...
  2. Economic Development Annual Meeting

    Holly Springs Joins Discussion About Success Through Growth, Challenges

    The Holly Springs Economic Development Department and Town Manager joined leaders across the region to hear from other metros that have experienced similar success, growth and challenges at the annual Wake County Economic Development meeting. Read more on LinkedIn...
  3. Accolade

    Life, Better: Holly Springs

    Check out these infographics to see why you can find life, better here in Holly Springs. Additional Info...
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  1. Police-Community Advisory Group

    Apply to Serve on Police-Community Advisory Group Through Nov. 10

    Interested in serving as a liaison between the Police Department and Town residents, improving community dialogue and understanding, and more? Apply to serve on the Police-Community Advisory Group! Read on...
  2. NewsFlash - NC 540 Cover

    NC 540 Update on the Southeast Extension from NC Turnpike Authority

    Faster connections with neighboring communities are just around the corner! This week, the Holly Springs Town Council received an update from Dennis Jernigan, NC Turnpike Authority Interim Chief Engineer, on the progress of NC 540. Read on...
  3. NewsFlash 3CMA Award 2023

    Holly Springs' NewsFlash First Place in the Nation

    The Town of Holly Springs has been recognized for having the best digital newsletter in the nation! The 3CMA Association awarded Holly Springs the top honor for "answering the demand from residents to provide a streamlined way of delivering the news." Read on...
  4. Yard Waste Carts in HS

    Keeping it Green Yard Waste Campaign Continues

    Holly Springs is Keeping it Green with the opening of the yard waste convenience center. As the town prepares to roll out cart collection for residential yard waste early next year, residents can expect to automatically receive a new cart in early 2024. Read on...
  5. Street Trees

    Grant Application Opens for Street Trees

    Do you enjoy the beautiful street trees planted along many of the sidewalks and roads throughout Town? Residents can apply to receive grant funding from the Town to plant or replace street trees that are in poor condition. Read on...
  6. Yard Waste Convenience Center

    Holly Springs Opens Yard Waste Convenience Center, Kicks off "Keeping it Green" Program

    Residents now have another option for disposing of yard waste with the Town's first-ever convenience center. It's the first step in the new Holly Springs yard waste program. New carts to collect yard waste next year. Read on...
  7. Parks Bond Referendum

    Voters Can Shape the Future of Parks & Recreation in Holly Springs

    Holly Springs residents will go to the polls this November to vote on a Parks Bond Referendum. The $100 million investment will fund enhancements to facilities across Holly Springs, as well as construction of a new state-of-the-art park on Cass Holt Road. Read on...
  8. Improving safety along roadways

    Work Continues on Improving Safety Along Roadways in Holly Springs

    Holly Springs has a team of engineers whose job is to prioritize safety on Town roadways. Read on...
  9. Trees and logo

    Tree Planting, Stream Restoration Begins in October at Womble Park

    Holly Springs is planning to take advantage of the fall planting season! Beginning in October, 35 trees will be planted at Womble Park after the removal of diseased and decaying trees. Restoration work also will be underway at the nearby park stream. Read on...
  10. Kids walking using a crosswalk

    Safe Sidewalk Route for Pedestrians on Holly Springs Road

    People walking and bicycling along Holly Springs Road past Holly Ridge Elementary and Middle schools should follow the safe sidewalk route as construction shifts. Read on...
  11. Parking in Holly Springs

    Holly Springs Town Council Responds To Parking Concerns

    In response to resident concerns about unlawful parking, the Holly Springs Town Council has voted to revise the Town’s parking ordinance. Read on...
  12. Budget

    Town of Holly Springs Prioritizes Investments in Water, Parks and Emergency Preparedness

    In alignment with the Town of Holly Springs’ strategic priorities for the future, the budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year prioritizes investments in water, parks, and emergency preparedness. Read on...
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