Wake County Phone Directory

Wake County is home to more than 1.1 million people in North Carolina. The county seat is Raleigh, which also serves as the state capital. This phone directory covers all major Wake County government offices, courts, and public service departments. You can use the numbers listed here to reach offices in Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, and other Wake County towns. Each office handles calls during normal business hours. This page gives you a single place to look up phone numbers for Wake County services.

Wake County Government Phone Numbers

The main phone line for Wake County government is 919-856-6180. This connects you to the County Manager's Office in Raleigh. Staff there can route your call to the right department. They handle public records requests and general county questions. The office is open on weekdays.

Wake County runs dozens of departments from its offices in downtown Raleigh. The phone directory for Wake County includes lines for tax, health, parks, and more. The Human Services Call Center at 919-212-7000 fields calls for social services programs. Wake County Public Schools can be reached at 919-431-7400. The Board of Elections phone number is 919-856-6240 for voter records and precinct details. Each of these Wake County offices keeps its own set of public records that you can request by phone or in person.

You can visit the Wake County government website to find a full staff directory with direct lines for specific employees and divisions.

Note: Wake County offices are open Monday through Friday and closed on state holidays.

Wake County Sheriff Phone Directory

The Wake County Sheriff's Office main line is 919-856-6900. Call this number for law enforcement records, incident reports, and arrest information. The non-emergency line is 919-856-6800. For any emergency, dial 911.

The following is a look at the Wake County government main contact page for the phone directory.

The Records Division at the Wake County Sheriff's Office processes requests for incident and accident reports. You can search arrest records and inmate data through their online portal. The Sheriff's Office also handles civil process services and concealed carry permits in Wake County.

Courts in Wake County

The Wake County Clerk of Superior Court is at 919-792-4000. This office is in the Wake County Justice Center at 300 S. Salisbury Street in Raleigh. Court hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays. The clerk handles civil, criminal, traffic, and estate cases for all of Wake County.

You can search court records at the NC Courts website by name or case number. Public access terminals are also set up at the courthouse for in-person searches. Copy fees are $0.25 per page. The clerk's office also handles estate matters, special proceedings, name changes, and guardianships in Wake County. Traffic citations can be paid online or at the courthouse.

The Wake County court system serves all cities and towns in the county from this one location. Whether you live in Raleigh, Cary, Apex, or Garner, your case goes through this courthouse.

Here is the Wake County Superior Court page where you can find court phone numbers and hours.

Call 919-792-4000 to ask about any court case in Wake County.

Wake County Public Records by Phone

Wake County makes many records open to the public. The Wake County public records portal lists options for property data, court files, tax records, and more. You can search many of these online at no cost. Copies and certified documents come with fees.

The following shows the Wake County public records portal where you can find phone numbers and links for record requests.

Property and land records include deeds, liens, and parcel details. Court records cover case files, dockets, and judgments. Vital records include birth, death, and marriage documents. Public safety records include arrest logs and incident reports. All of these Wake County records can be requested by phone or in person at the right office.

Note: Online viewing of many Wake County records is free, but copies cost $0.25 per page.

Wake County Register of Deeds

Call the Wake County Register of Deeds at 919-856-5460. The office is at 300 S. Salisbury Street, Suite 1700, Raleigh, NC 27601. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

This office records deeds, mortgages, and liens for all property in Wake County. They also issue marriage licenses at a fee of $60. Both parties must show up with valid ID. The Register of Deeds handles birth and death certificates too. Vital records fees start at $24 for the first copy and $15 for each extra copy. Real estate recording fees are $26 for the first page and $4 for each page after that. Public access terminals are set up in the office for searching records indexes. You can also search Wake County property records online going back to 1975.

Visit the Wake County website for links to online record searches.

Wake County Tax Office Phone Number

The Wake County Tax Administration office is at 919-856-5400. They handle property tax records, assessment data, and parcel information. You can search property ownership and valuation details online or by phone.

The clerk of court page on NC Courts also provides contact details for the Wake County courthouse and related offices.

Tax records are public in Wake County. You can look up any parcel by address or owner name. The tax office can tell you the assessed value, tax rate, and payment status for properties across Wake County.

Note: The Wake County tax office and Register of Deeds are in the same building complex in downtown Raleigh.

Phone Numbers for Wake County Services

Wake County runs several public service departments with their own phone lines. Here are some key numbers:

• Human Services Call Center: 919-212-7000
• Public Libraries: 919-250-1200
• Child Protective Services: 919-212-7990
• Adult Protective Services: 919-212-7264
• Child Support Services: 919-856-6657
• Public Health: 919-250-1474

The Wake County Division of Human Services is at 220 Swinburne Street in Raleigh. You can call 919-212-7000 for help with social services programs. This office handles Medicaid, food assistance, and Work First programs for Wake County residents. After-hours emergency contacts are also available for urgent needs. The NC DHHS page for Wake County has more details on staff and services.

Using the Wake County Phone Directory

Most Wake County offices answer calls from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays. Some offices, like the courthouse, open at 8:30 AM. If you are not sure which office to call, start with the main county line at 919-856-6180. They can point you to the right place.

When you call a Wake County office, have your question ready. Know your case number, parcel ID, or name to search. This speeds up the process. Many Wake County departments also accept requests by mail or through online forms. But calling is often the fastest way to get a quick answer or confirm office hours before you visit in person.

Note: All Wake County phone numbers use the 919 or 984 area code.

Cities in Wake County

Wake County has several cities and towns. Each one is served by the county offices in Raleigh. Use the Wake County phone directory numbers above to reach any county department.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Wake County. If you need phone numbers for offices in a neighboring county, check the pages below.