Located in a region consistently ranked among America’s best places to live, work, raise a family and earn a quality education, Garner is an idyllic suburban community that offers something for everyone. In addition to being known for its hometown character, historic downtown area, top-rated schools and quiet neighborhoods, Garner also offers an excellent climate for new, relocating or expanding businesses. And it's all right next to downtown Raleigh. This town of over 32,000 people was named an All-America City in 2013 because of innovative, citizen-led projects that improve the quality of life and expand educational and cultural opportunities for citizens of all ages. Garner offers all of the major quality-of-life amenities everyone is searching for, all in one convenient package: * a temperate yearly climate featuring four distinct seasons * local parks and trails connected to neighborhoods and schools * world-class performing arts, museums and cultural festivals in next-door Raleigh * access to cutting-edge health care, education and technology And when you need to get away from it all, vacation options abound. Whether you prefer the mountains, the beach or somewhere in between, you're within hours of your destination.