Nags Head, NC

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Nags Head Overview

3,153
TOTAL POPULATION
1,670
MALE POPULATION
1,483
FEMALE POPULATION
112.61
MALES / 100 FEMALES
88.80
FEMALES / 100 MALES
59.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$55,750
PER CAPITA INCOME
$111,703
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$87,560
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
5.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
94.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,483
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Nags Head Zip Codes

Nags Head Area Codes

Race in Nags Head

The most populous races in Nags Head are White / Caucasian (2,955 | 93.7%), Hispanic or Latino (109 | 3.5%), and Two or more Races (105 | 3.3%).
Race in Nags Head
Race# Population% Population
Asian180.6%
Black / African American461.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1093.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,95593.7%
Two or more Races1053.3%
Some other Race290.9%
Total3,153100.0%

Ancestry in Nags Head

The most populous ancestries reported in Nags Head are English (659 | 20.9%), Irish (587 | 18.6%), Italian (503 | 16.0%), German (478 | 15.2%), and American (349 | 11.1%), together accounting for 81.7% of all Nags Head residents.
Ancestry in Nags Head
Ancestry# Population% Population
American34911.1%
Bhutanese150.5%
Central American351.1%
Costa Rican100.3%
Cuban240.8%
Danish190.6%
Dutch260.8%
Eastern European80.3%
English65920.9%
European260.8%
Finnish120.4%
French270.9%
French Canadian100.3%
German47815.2%
Guatemalan70.2%
Honduran180.6%
Hungarian90.3%
Indian (Asian)100.3%
Irish58718.6%
Italian50316.0%
Lithuanian321.0%
Mexican140.4%
Polish2156.8%
Puerto Rican351.1%
Scotch-Irish983.1%
Scottish321.0%
Sioux110.4%
Slovak230.7%
Spanish10.0%
Swedish371.2%
Swiss270.9%
Welsh632.0%
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Immigrants in Nags Head

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Nags Head came from Latin America (25 | 0.8%), Caribbean (15 | 0.5%), Cuba (15 | 0.5%), England (11 | 0.4%), and Europe (11 | 0.4%), together accounting for 2.4% of all Nags Head residents.
Immigrants in Nags Head
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia80.3%
Caribbean150.5%
Central America100.3%
Cuba150.5%
Eastern Asia80.3%
England110.4%
Europe110.4%
Honduras40.1%
Japan80.3%
Latin America250.8%
Mexico60.2%
Northern Europe110.4%
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Sex and Age in Nags Head

Sex and Age in Nags Head

The most populous age groups in Nags Head are 70 to 74 Years (308 | 18.4%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (237 | 16.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Nags Head
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years11 (0.7%)29 (2.0%)
5 to 9 Years59 (3.5%)48 (3.2%)
10 to 14 Years119 (7.1%)68 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Years25 (1.5%)15 (1.0%)
20 to 24 Years52 (3.1%)116 (7.8%)
25 to 29 Years85 (5.1%)20 (1.3%)
30 to 34 Years62 (3.7%)14 (0.9%)
35 to 39 Years55 (3.3%)12 (0.8%)
40 to 44 Years74 (4.4%)75 (5.1%)
45 to 49 Years49 (2.9%)47 (3.2%)
50 to 54 Years85 (5.1%)175 (11.8%)
55 to 59 Years163 (9.8%)126 (8.5%)
60 to 64 Years82 (4.9%)113 (7.6%)
65 to 69 Years286 (17.1%)136 (9.2%)
70 to 74 Years308 (18.4%)237 (16.0%)
75 to 79 Years82 (4.9%)154 (10.4%)
80 to 84 Years26 (1.6%)43 (2.9%)
85 Years and over47 (2.8%)55 (3.7%)
Total1,670 (100.0%)1,483 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Nags Head

Median Family Size in Nags Head

The median family size in Nags Head is 2.34 persons per family, with single male/father families (80 | 8.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (858 | 87.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.28 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Nags Head
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple858 (87.5%)2.28
Single Male/Father80 (8.2%)3.00
Single Female/Mother42 (4.3%)2.31
Total Families980 (100.0%)2.34

Median Household Size in Nags Head

The median household size in Nags Head is 1.93 persons per household, with single male/father households (80 | 5.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.56 persons per household. non-family households (615 | 38.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Nags Head
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple858 (53.8%)2.29
Single Male/Father80 (5.0%)3.56
Single Female/Mother42 (2.6%)2.60
Non-family615 (38.6%)1.17
Total Households1,595 (100.0%)1.93

Household Size by Marriage Status in Nags Head

Out of a total of 1,595 households in Nags Head, 980 (61.4%) are family households, while 615 (38.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 741, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 510.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Nags Head
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-510 (32.0%)
2-Person Households741 (46.5%)105 (6.6%)
3-Person Households103 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households92 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households33 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households11 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total980 (61.4%)615 (38.6%)

Female Fertility in Nags Head

Fertility by Age in Nags Head

Female Fertility by Age in Nags Head
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Nags Head

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Nags Head
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Nags Head

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Nags Head
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Nags Head

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Nags Head
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Nags Head

Income Overview in Nags Head

Per Capita Income in Nags Head is $55,750, while median incomes of families and households are $111,703 and $87,560 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,153$55,750
Median Family Income980$111,703
Mean Family Income980$139,762
Median Household Income1,595$87,560
Mean Household Income1,595$110,861
Income Deficit980$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,1535.26%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,15394.74¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,1530.40

Earnings by Sex in Nags Head

Average Earnings in Nags Head are $46,205, $48,125 for men and $45,594 for women, a difference of 5.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Nags Head
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male851 (53.5%)$48,125
Female739 (46.5%)$45,594
Total1,590 (100.0%)$46,205

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Nags Head

The most common earnings brackets in Nags Head are $100,000+ for men (178 | 20.9%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (144 | 19.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Nags Head
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less17 (2.0%)34 (4.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99942 (4.9%)19 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49922 (2.6%)25 (3.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99927 (3.2%)5 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $12,49912 (1.4%)11 (1.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99951 (6.0%)31 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)18 (2.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)10 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49935 (4.1%)144 (19.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99957 (6.7%)8 (1.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99976 (8.9%)29 (3.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99921 (2.5%)12 (1.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99948 (5.6%)14 (1.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99922 (2.6%)40 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $54,9998 (0.9%)10 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99956 (6.6%)28 (3.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99969 (8.1%)104 (14.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999110 (12.9%)69 (9.3%)
$100,000+178 (20.9%)128 (17.3%)
Total851 (100.0%)739 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Nags Head

Average earnings in Nags Head are $56,442 for men and $64,531 for women, a difference of 12.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $59,063, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,821. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $83,060, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $69,659.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Nags Head
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$31,821$0
College or Associate's Degree$59,063$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$56,442$64,531

Family Income in Nags Head

Family Income Brackets in Nags Head

According to the Nags Head family income data, there are 301 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Nags Head
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999111.1%
$25,000 to $34,999111.1%
$35,000 to $49,999777.9%
$50,000 to $74,99914715.0%
$75,000 to $99,99910911.1%
$100,000 to $149,99930130.7%
$150,000 to $199,99911711.9%
$200,000+20721.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Nags Head

4-person families (108 | 11.0%) account for the highest median family income in Nags Head with $115,862 per family, while 2-person families (758 | 77.3%) have the highest median income of $55,948 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Nags Head
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families758 (77.3%)$111,897
3-Person Families99 (10.1%)$86,382
4-Person Families108 (11.0%)$115,862
5-Person Families4 (0.4%)$0
6-Person Families11 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total980 (100.0%)$111,703

Family Income by Number of Earners in Nags Head

Family Income by Number of Earners in Nags Head
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners290 (29.6%)$110,970
1 Earner313 (31.9%)$116,509
2 Earners373 (38.1%)$177,788
3+ Earners4 (0.4%)$0
Total980 (100.0%)$111,703

Household Income in Nags Head

Household Income Brackets in Nags Head

With 297 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Nags Head, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 10 households (0.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Nags Head
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000100.6%
$10,000 to $14,999100.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991267.9%
$25,000 to $34,999966.0%
$35,000 to $49,99919112.0%
$50,000 to $74,99925215.8%
$75,000 to $99,99922814.3%
$100,000 to $149,99929718.6%
$150,000 to $199,99916910.6%
$200,000+22013.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Nags Head

The median household income in Nags Head is $87,560, with the highest median household income of $92,531 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 811 households (50.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 175 households (11.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Nags Head
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years126 (7.9%)$42,754
25 to 44 Years175 (11.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years483 (30.3%)$86,433
65+ Years811 (50.8%)$92,531
Total1,595 (100.0%)$87,560

Poverty in Nags Head

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Nags Head

With 1.3% poverty level for males and 1.2% for females among the residents of Nags Head, 45 to 54 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12 males (9.0%) and 9 females (3.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Nags Head
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years10 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (3.9%)
Total22 (1.3%)18 (1.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Nags Head

According to the poverty statistics in Nags Head, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Nags Head
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years11 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
5 Years5 (100.0%)48 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years135 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years38 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years25 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years52 (100.0%)116 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years137 (93.2%)34 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years129 (100.0%)87 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years122 (91.0%)222 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years245 (100.0%)230 (96.2%)
65 to 74 Years550 (100.0%)363 (100.0%)
75 Years and over155 (100.0%)223 (96.1%)
Total1,604 (98.7%)1,435 (98.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Nags Head

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Nags Head
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children747 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total858 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Nags Head

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Nags Head
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Nags Head

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Nags Head
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Nags Head

Employment by Class of Employer in Nags Head

Among the 1,434 employed individuals in Nags Head, private company employees (943 | 65.8%), self-employed (incorporated) (180 | 12.6%), and federal government employees (85 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Nags Head
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees94365.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)18012.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)322.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations684.7%
Local Government Employees563.9%
State Government Employees704.9%
Federal Government Employees855.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,434100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Nags Head

According to the labor force statistics for Nags Head, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,819), 52.6% or 1,483 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 27 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 95.8% or 161 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Nags Head
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years15 (37.5%)15 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years161 (95.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years27 (25.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years57 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years191 (88.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years341 (95.8%)12 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years240 (83.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years148 (75.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years234 (24.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over69 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,483 (52.6%)27 (1.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Nags Head

According to labor force statistics for Nags Head, 81.2% of individuals (1,004) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,237) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 12 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 91.1% or 276 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.2% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Nags Head
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma169 (79.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree276 (91.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher553 (86.7%)14 (2.2%)
Total1,004 (81.2%)15 (1.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Nags Head

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nags Head are Management (207 | 14.2%), Business & Financial (133 | 9.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (73 | 5.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (56 | 3.8%), and Health Technologists (56 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Nags Head

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nags Head, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (83.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.7%), and Management (69.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Business & Financial (62.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (51.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Nags Head
OccupationMaleFemale
Management143 (69.1%)64 (30.9%)
Business & Financial50 (37.6%)83 (62.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science56 (76.7%)17 (23.3%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering20 (66.7%)10 (33.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science36 (83.7%)7 (16.3%)
Community & Social Service 22 (48.9%)23 (51.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library13 (52.0%)12 (48.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (60.0%)6 (40.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating27 (48.2%)29 (51.8%)
Health Technologists27 (48.2%)29 (51.8%)
Total (Category)298 (58.0%)216 (42.0%)
Total (Overall)772 (53.0%)684 (47.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Nags Head are Food Preparation & Serving (61 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (48 | 3.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (38 | 2.6%), Healthcare Support (28 | 1.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (18 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Nags Head

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Nags Head, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (38.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (21.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Nags Head
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Security & Protection48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving48 (78.7%)13 (21.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (61.1%)7 (38.9%)
Personal Care & Service17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)124 (72.1%)48 (27.9%)
Total (Overall)772 (53.0%)684 (47.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Nags Head are Sales & Related (343 | 23.6%), and Office & Administration (231 | 15.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Nags Head

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Nags Head
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related157 (45.8%)186 (54.2%)
Office & Administration65 (28.1%)166 (71.9%)
Total (Category)222 (38.7%)352 (61.3%)
Total (Overall)772 (53.0%)684 (47.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Nags Head are Construction & Extraction (52 | 3.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (6 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Nags Head

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Nags Head
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)772 (53.0%)684 (47.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Nags Head are Material Moving (67 | 4.6%), Production (60 | 4.1%), and Transportation (11 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Nags Head

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Nags Head
OccupationMaleFemale
Production60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Material Moving10 (14.9%)57 (85.1%)
Total (Category)70 (50.7%)68 (49.3%)
Total (Overall)772 (53.0%)684 (47.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Nags Head

Employment Industries in Nags Head

The major employment industries in Nags Head include Retail Trade (289 | 19.9%), Public Administration (170 | 11.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (167 | 11.5%), Manufacturing (138 | 9.5%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (137 | 9.4%).
Employment Industries in Nags Head

Employment Industries by Sex in Nags Head

The Nags Head industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Nags Head
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing128 (92.7%)10 (7.2%)
Wholesale Trade55 (61.1%)35 (38.9%)
Retail Trade87 (30.1%)202 (69.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing65 (47.4%)72 (52.5%)
Professional & Scientific33 (55.9%)26 (44.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Educational Services23 (52.3%)21 (47.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance27 (33.3%)54 (66.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation22 (64.7%)12 (35.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services70 (41.9%)97 (58.1%)
Public Administration108 (63.5%)62 (36.5%)
Total772 (53.0%)684 (47.0%)

Education in Nags Head

School Enrollment in Nags Head

The most common levels of schooling among the 366 students in Nags Head are middle school (173 | 47.3%), high school (54 | 14.7%), and kindergarten (40 | 10.9%).
School Enrollment in Nags Head
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool369.8%
Kindergarten4010.9%
Elementary School318.5%
Middle School17347.3%
High School5414.7%
College / Undergraduate226.0%
Graduate / Professional102.7%
Total366100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Nags Head

Out of a total of 366 students who are enrolled in schools in Nags Head, 62 (16.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 304 (83.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 53 (49.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 40 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Nags Head
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old54 (50.5%)53 (49.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds178 (95.2%)9 (4.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total304 (83.1%)62 (16.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Nags Head

Education (345 | 23.2%), business (204 | 13.7%), science & technology (199 | 13.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (141 | 9.5%), and visual & performing arts (132 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,487 individuals in Nags Head who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Nags Head
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics130.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1419.5%
Physical & Health Sciences916.1%
Psychology463.1%
Social Sciences785.2%
Engineering473.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology19913.4%
Business20413.7%
Education34523.2%
Literature & Languages463.1%
Liberal Arts & History60.4%
Visual & Performing Arts1328.9%
Communications412.8%
Arts & Humanities986.6%
Total1,487100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Nags Head

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Nags Head

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Nags Head are males with 2 vehicles (331, accounting for 44.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (420, making up 48.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Nags Head
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle300 (40.0%)186 (27.2%)
2 Vehicles331 (44.1%)420 (61.4%)
3 Vehicles92 (12.3%)63 (9.2%)
4 Vehicles27 (3.6%)15 (2.2%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total750 (100.0%)684 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Nags Head

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Nags Head are 5 to 9 minutes (362 commuters, 29.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (158 commuters, 12.9%), and 25 to 29 minutes (158 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in Nags Head
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes927.5%
5 to 9 Minutes36229.4%
10 to 14 Minutes15812.9%
15 to 19 Minutes756.1%
20 to 24 Minutes15612.7%
25 to 29 Minutes15812.9%
30 to 34 Minutes221.8%
35 to 39 Minutes191.5%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes302.4%
60 to 89 Minutes221.8%
90 or more Minutes13611.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Nags Head

The most common commute times in Nags Head are 20 to 24 minutes (123 commuters, 19.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (279 commuters, 46.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Nags Head
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes68 (10.9%)24 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes83 (13.3%)279 (46.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes72 (11.5%)86 (14.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes37 (5.9%)38 (6.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes123 (19.7%)33 (5.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes89 (14.2%)69 (11.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)22 (3.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes19 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes30 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)22 (3.6%)
90 or more Minutes105 (16.8%)31 (5.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Nags Head

The most frequent times of departure to work in Nags Head are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (165, 26.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (153, 25.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Nags Head
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM18 (2.9%)14 (2.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM10 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM110 (17.6%)79 (13.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)11 (1.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM11 (1.8%)31 (5.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM89 (14.2%)35 (5.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM165 (26.4%)153 (25.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM32 (5.1%)73 (12.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM85 (13.6%)28 (4.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM51 (8.2%)59 (9.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM9 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (1.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM11 (1.8%)76 (12.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM35 (5.6%)34 (5.6%)
Total626 (100.0%)604 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Nags Head

Occupancy by Ownership in Nags Head

Of the total 1,595 dwellings in Nags Head, owner-occupied units account for 1,287 (80.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 308 (19.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Nags Head
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,28780.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units30819.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,595100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Nags Head

Occupancy by Household Size in Nags Head
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household51032.0%
2-Person Household84653.0%
3-Person Household1036.5%
4+ Person Household1368.5%
Total Housing Units1,595100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Nags Head

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Nags Head
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household363 (71.2%)147 (28.8%)
2-Person Household694 (82.0%)152 (18.0%)
3-Person Household98 (95.2%)5 (4.9%)
4+ Person Household132 (97.1%)4 (2.9%)
Total Housing Units1,287 (80.7%)308 (19.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Nags Head

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Nags Head
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma156 (60.0%)104 (40.0%)
College/Associate Degree335 (84.8%)60 (15.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher796 (84.7%)144 (15.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Nags Head

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Nags Head
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17711.1%
35 to 44 Years1247.8%
45 to 54 Years21913.7%
55 to 64 Years26416.6%
65 to 74 Years57035.7%
75 to 84 Years18911.8%
85 Years and Over523.3%
Total1,595100.0%

Housing Finances in Nags Head

Median Income by Occupancy in Nags Head

Median Income by Occupancy in Nags Head
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,287 (80.7%)$93,406
Renter-Occupied308 (19.3%)$43,220
Average1,595 (100.0%)$87,560

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Nags Head

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Nags Head
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9999 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99921 (1.6%)25 (8.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99923 (1.8%)57 (18.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99940 (3.1%)55 (17.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999132 (10.3%)59 (19.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999207 (16.1%)45 (14.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999228 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999229 (17.8%)67 (21.7%)
$150,000 or more389 (30.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,287 (100.0%)308 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Nags Head

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Nags Head
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30011 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499153 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799271 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99956 (4.3%)176 (57.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499163 (12.7%)50 (16.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999343 (26.7%)55 (17.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499145 (11.3%)5 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $2,99928 (2.2%)10 (3.3%)
$3,000 or more117 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,287 (100.0%)308 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Nags Head

Housing Structures in Nags Head

Housing Structures in Nags Head
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,17573.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments1167.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments573.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments20612.9%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other412.6%
Total1,595100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Nags Head

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Nags Head
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,053 (89.6%)122 (10.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments12 (10.3%)104 (89.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments181 (87.9%)25 (12.1%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,287 (80.7%)308 (19.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Nags Head

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Nags Head
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)57 (18.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms19 (1.5%)94 (30.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms461 (35.8%)126 (40.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms477 (37.1%)21 (6.8%)
8 or more Rooms330 (25.6%)10 (3.3%)
Total1,287 (100.0%)308 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Nags Head

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Nags Head
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas42 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas9 (0.7%)10 (3.3%)
Electricity1,221 (94.9%)298 (96.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene8 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels7 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,287 (100.0%)308 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Nags Head

Household Vehicle Usage in Nags Head
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle12 (0.9%)25 (8.1%)
1 Vehicle421 (32.7%)167 (54.2%)
2 Vehicles687 (53.4%)112 (36.4%)
3 or more Vehicles167 (13.0%)4 (1.3%)
Total1,287 (100.0%)308 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Nags Head

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Nags Head

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units510777
Median Property Value$457,000$405,700
Median Household Income$88,696$291
Monthly Housing Costs$591$117
Real Estate Taxes$2,361$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Nags Head

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Nags Head
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00041 (8.0%)9 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99973 (14.3%)266 (34.2%)
$300,000 to $499,999193 (37.8%)271 (34.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999192 (37.7%)114 (14.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)53 (6.8%)
$1,000,000 or more11 (2.2%)64 (8.2%)
Total510 (100.0%)777 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Nags Head

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Nags Head
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)9 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $24,99921 (4.1%)9 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (2.2%)32 (4.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99957 (11.2%)29 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999100 (19.6%)75 (9.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999132 (25.9%)107 (13.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99991 (17.8%)96 (12.4%)
$150,000 or more98 (19.2%)138 (17.8%)
Total510 (100.0%)777 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Nags Head

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Nags Head
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x105 (20.6%)110,657 (14,241.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x26 (5.1%)121 (15.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x55 (10.8%)203 (26.1%)
4.0x or more324 (63.5%)72 (9.3%)
Total510 (100.0%)777 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Nags Head

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Nags Head
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80086 (16.9%)9 (1.2%)
$800 to $1,49922 (4.3%)40 (5.1%)
$800 to $1,499391 (76.7%)252 (32.4%)
Total510 (100.0%)777 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Nags Head

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nags Head

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nags Head
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years256 (91.1%)25 (8.9%)
19 to 25 Years161 (95.8%)7 (4.2%)
26 to 34 Years128 (70.7%)53 (29.3%)
35 to 44 Years216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years321 (90.2%)35 (9.8%)
55 to 64 Years484 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years913 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older387 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,959 (96.1%)120 (3.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Nags Head

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Nags Head
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen256 (91.1%)25 (8.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen161 (95.8%)7 (4.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Nags Head

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Nags Head
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999465 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999462 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999423 (90.2%)46 (9.8%)
$100,000 and over1,454 (95.2%)74 (4.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nags Head

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nags Head
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)93 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years68 (24.2%)188 (66.9%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)161 (95.8%)
25 to 34 Years24 (13.3%)104 (57.5%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)216 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years33 (9.3%)309 (86.8%)
55 to 64 Years62 (12.8%)484 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years913 (100.0%)717 (78.5%)
75 Years and over387 (100.0%)274 (70.8%)
Total1,487 (48.3%)2,546 (82.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Nags Head

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Nags Head
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (3.4%)30 (5.5%)
65 to 74 Years32 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (5.8%)83 (35.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Nags Head

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Nags Head: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (5.8%)19 (8.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Nags Head: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (2.2%)12 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (5.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Nags Head: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.2%)12 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)30 (12.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Nags Head: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.2%)18 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years11 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)62 (26.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Nags Head: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)24 (10.3%)

Technology Access in Nags Head

Computing Device Access in Nags Head

Computing Device Access in Nags Head
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,33183.5%
Smartphone1,35284.8%
Tablet1,05766.3%
No Computing Device1197.5%
Total1,595100.0%

Internet Access in Nags Head

Internet Access in Nags Head
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,41989.0%
Cellular Data Only674.2%
Satellite Internet191.2%
No Internet1016.3%
Total1,595100.0%

Nags Head Summary

Nags Head is a town located in Dare County, North Carolina, United States. It is a popular tourist destination on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, and is known for its beaches, fishing, and other recreational activities. The population was 2,757 at the 2010 census.

History

Nags Head was first settled in the early 1700s by fishermen and farmers. The town was named after the legend of the Nags Head, a ghostly horse that was said to haunt the area. The legend states that the horse would appear at night and carry away unsuspecting travelers.
The town was incorporated in 1961 and has since become a popular tourist destination. The town is home to the Nags Head Fishing Pier, which is the longest pier on the Outer Banks. The pier is a popular spot for fishing, sightseeing, and other activities.

Geography

Nags Head is located in Dare County, North Carolina, on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The town is situated on the Atlantic Ocean, and is bordered by the towns of Kill Devil Hills to the north, Kitty Hawk to the south, and Roanoke Island to the west.
The town has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 8.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The town is located on a barrier island, and is separated from the mainland by the Roanoke Sound.

Economy

Nags Head is a popular tourist destination, and the town's economy is largely based on tourism. The town is home to a variety of hotels, restaurants, and other businesses that cater to tourists. The town is also home to the Nags Head Fishing Pier, which is a popular spot for fishing and sightseeing.
The town is also home to a variety of other businesses, including retail stores, banks, and other services. The town is also home to a variety of art galleries, museums, and other attractions.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 2,757 people, 1,093 households, and 745 families residing in the town. The population density was 336.2 people per square mile. There were 1,541 housing units at an average density of 188.2 per square mile. The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.01.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $50,938, and the median income for a family was $58,906. Males had a median income of $36,932 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $25,945. About 5.2% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Nags Head?
Total Population of Nags Head is 3,153.
What is the Total Male Population of Nags Head?
Total Male Population of Nags Head is 1,670.
What is the Total Female Population of Nags Head?
Total Female Population of Nags Head is 1,483.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Nags Head?
There are 112.61 Males per 100 Females in Nags Head.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Nags Head?
There are 88.80 Females per 100 Males in Nags Head.
What is the Median Population Age in Nags Head?
Median Population Age in Nags Head is 59.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Nags Head
Average Family Size in Nags Head is 2.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Nags Head
Average Household Size in Nags Head is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Nags Head?
Per Capita income in Nags Head is $55,750.
What is the Median Family Income in Nags Head?
Median Family Income in Nags Head is $111,703.
What is the Median Household income in Nags Head?
Median Household Income in Nags Head is $87,560.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Nags Head?
Income or Wage Gap in Nags Head is 5.3%.
Women in Nags Head earn 94.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Nags Head?
Inequality or Gini Index in Nags Head is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Nags Head?
There are 1,483 People in the Labor Forcein in Nags Head.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Nags Head?
52.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Nags Head.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Nags Head?
Unemployment Rate in Nags Head is 1.8%.