North Carolina · FIPS 37183 · County seat: Raleigh
Wake County, NC GIS & Parcel Viewer
Here is the direct link to the county parcel map covering Wake County, NC: the Wake County parcel map. Below you'll find basic facts about the county, steps for using the viewer, and nearby counties.
Open the Wake County parcel map ↗
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Wake County at a glance
| Official map | Wake County parcel map |
|---|---|
| Type | County-run map |
| Website | maps.raleighnc.gov |
| Access | Free, no login (checked Oct 2026) |
| County seat | Raleigh |
| Population | 1,190,275 (2023 Census Bureau estimate) |
| Land area | 835 sq mi |
| FIPS code | 37183 |
Where the parcel data comes from
This map is published by or for Wake County itself, so it reflects the local parcel layer rather than a third-party copy. Our October 2026 check found the map open to the public, with no account or payment needed.
Finding a property on this map
- Press the button above to open the county's own web map.
- Search for the property or pan and zoom to it.
- Click the lot to bring up what the county publishes about it.
- Look for print or measure tools if you need a quick map or rough size.
Many parcel sites expect owner names last name first. If a full name finds nothing, try just the surname.
About Wake County
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated Wake County's population at 1,190,275 in 2023, spread over about 835 square miles of land, or roughly 1,425 people per square mile. That makes it the most populous of North Carolina's 100 counties. Raleigh serves as the county seat.
Neighboring counties
Wake County shares a border with the counties below. Each link has its own official map:
Our longer guides
Before you rely on the lines
Keep in mind that a GIS parcel layer is a tax map, not a survey. For exact boundaries, look at the recorded deed and plat or hire a licensed land surveyor.