Wrightsville Beach, NC

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Wrightsville Beach Overview

2,848
TOTAL POPULATION
1,613
MALE POPULATION
1,235
FEMALE POPULATION
130.61
MALES / 100 FEMALES
76.57
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$87,704
PER CAPITA INCOME
$220,208
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$125,074
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,497
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Wrightsville Beach Zip Codes

Wrightsville Beach Area Codes

Race in Wrightsville Beach

The most populous races in Wrightsville Beach are White / Caucasian (2,746 | 96.4%), Hispanic or Latino (55 | 1.9%), and Two or more Races (51 | 1.8%).
Race in Wrightsville Beach
Race# Population% Population
Asian70.3%
Black / African American401.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino551.9%
Native / Alaskan40.1%
White / Caucasian2,74696.4%
Two or more Races511.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,848100.0%

Ancestry in Wrightsville Beach

The most populous ancestries reported in Wrightsville Beach are English (529 | 18.6%), German (412 | 14.5%), Irish (359 | 12.6%), Italian (227 | 8.0%), and Scottish (219 | 7.7%), together accounting for 61.3% of all Wrightsville Beach residents.
Ancestry in Wrightsville Beach
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1324.6%
Arab391.4%
Australian40.1%
Bhutanese70.3%
British250.9%
Canadian240.8%
Dominican180.6%
Dutch903.2%
Eastern European100.4%
English52918.6%
European983.4%
French903.2%
French Canadian471.7%
German41214.5%
Greek381.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro110.4%
Hungarian60.2%
Irish35912.6%
Italian2278.0%
Lebanese391.4%
Norwegian60.2%
Polish812.8%
Puerto Rican150.5%
Russian230.8%
Scandinavian60.2%
Scotch-Irish973.4%
Scottish2197.7%
Slovak150.5%
Spaniard20.1%
Turkish240.8%
Welsh250.9%
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Immigrants in Wrightsville Beach

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wrightsville Beach came from Europe (54 | 1.9%), Asia (31 | 1.1%), Turkey (24 | 0.8%), Western Asia (24 | 0.8%), and Canada (23 | 0.8%), together accounting for 5.5% of all Wrightsville Beach residents.
Immigrants in Wrightsville Beach
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa110.4%
Asia311.1%
Australia40.1%
Canada230.8%
Eastern Asia70.3%
Europe541.9%
Germany40.1%
Italy200.7%
Japan70.3%
Netherlands120.4%
Northern Europe180.6%
Oceania40.1%
Scotland180.6%
South Africa110.4%
Southern Europe200.7%
Turkey240.8%
Western Asia240.8%
Western Europe160.6%
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Sex and Age in Wrightsville Beach

Sex and Age in Wrightsville Beach

The most populous age groups in Wrightsville Beach are 20 to 24 Years (218 | 13.5%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (141 | 11.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wrightsville Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (1.7%)12 (1.0%)
5 to 9 Years52 (3.2%)81 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Years98 (6.1%)66 (5.3%)
15 to 19 Years38 (2.4%)29 (2.4%)
20 to 24 Years218 (13.5%)67 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years56 (3.5%)80 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years35 (2.2%)12 (1.0%)
35 to 39 Years11 (0.7%)47 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Years108 (6.7%)113 (9.1%)
45 to 49 Years103 (6.4%)39 (3.2%)
50 to 54 Years142 (8.8%)115 (9.3%)
55 to 59 Years117 (7.2%)141 (11.4%)
60 to 64 Years191 (11.8%)101 (8.2%)
65 to 69 Years114 (7.1%)140 (11.3%)
70 to 74 Years154 (9.6%)82 (6.6%)
75 to 79 Years56 (3.5%)76 (6.1%)
80 to 84 Years80 (5.0%)21 (1.7%)
85 Years and over12 (0.7%)13 (1.1%)
Total1,613 (100.0%)1,235 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wrightsville Beach

Median Family Size in Wrightsville Beach

The median family size in Wrightsville Beach is 2.66 persons per family, with married-couple families (677 | 95.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.67 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (15 | 2.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wrightsville Beach
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple677 (95.8%)2.67
Single Male/Father15 (2.1%)2.67
Single Female/Mother15 (2.1%)2.00
Total Families707 (100.0%)2.66

Median Household Size in Wrightsville Beach

The median household size in Wrightsville Beach is 2.10 persons per household, with married-couple households (677 | 51.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.67 persons per household. non-family households (619 | 46.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.47 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wrightsville Beach
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple677 (51.1%)2.67
Single Male/Father15 (1.1%)2.67
Single Female/Mother15 (1.1%)2.00
Non-family619 (46.7%)1.47
Total Households1,326 (100.0%)2.10

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wrightsville Beach

Out of a total of 1,326 households in Wrightsville Beach, 707 (53.3%) are family households, while 619 (46.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 432, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 496.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wrightsville Beach
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-496 (37.4%)
2-Person Households432 (32.6%)55 (4.2%)
3-Person Households129 (9.7%)26 (2.0%)
4-Person Households105 (7.9%)17 (1.3%)
5-Person Households34 (2.6%)25 (1.9%)
6-Person Households7 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total707 (53.3%)619 (46.7%)

Female Fertility in Wrightsville Beach

Fertility by Age in Wrightsville Beach

Female Fertility by Age in Wrightsville Beach
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 Wrightsville Beach

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wrightsville Beach
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 Wrightsville Beach

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wrightsville Beach
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 Wrightsville Beach

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wrightsville Beach
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 Wrightsville Beach

Income Overview in Wrightsville Beach

Per Capita Income in Wrightsville Beach is $87,704, while median incomes of families and households are $220,208 and $125,074 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,848$87,704
Median Family Income707$220,208
Mean Family Income707$256,526
Median Household Income1,326$125,074
Mean Household Income1,326$186,564
Income Deficit707$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,84829.42%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,84870.58¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,8480.49

Earnings by Sex in Wrightsville Beach

Average Earnings in Wrightsville Beach are $67,533, $85,455 for men and $60,313 for women, a difference of 29.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male982 (60.7%)$85,455
Female637 (39.4%)$60,313
Total1,619 (100.0%)$67,533

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wrightsville Beach

The most common earnings brackets in Wrightsville Beach are $100,000+ for men (449 | 45.7%) and $100,000+ for women (101 | 15.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wrightsville Beach
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less42 (4.3%)22 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99926 (2.6%)18 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49945 (4.6%)21 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99910 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49948 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)4 (0.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)6 (0.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9999 (0.9%)21 (3.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49933 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99915 (1.5%)50 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99924 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99934 (3.5%)37 (5.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99995 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9995 (0.5%)12 (1.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)46 (7.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99911 (1.1%)43 (6.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99934 (3.5%)80 (12.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99917 (1.7%)90 (14.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99985 (8.7%)86 (13.5%)
$100,000+449 (45.7%)101 (15.9%)
Total982 (100.0%)637 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wrightsville Beach

Average earnings in Wrightsville Beach are $118,750 for men and $64,435 for women, a difference of 45.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $250,001, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $80,278. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $75,444, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $53,167.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wrightsville Beach
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$80,278$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$151,429$53,167
Graduate Degree$250,001$75,444
Total$118,750$64,435

Family Income in Wrightsville Beach

Family Income Brackets in Wrightsville Beach

According to the Wrightsville Beach family income data, there are 403 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 57.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Wrightsville Beach
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99991.3%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,9999713.7%
$75,000 to $99,999659.2%
$100,000 to $149,9998011.3%
$150,000 to $199,999537.5%
$200,000+40357.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wrightsville Beach

3-person families (129 | 18.2%) account for the highest median family income in Wrightsville Beach with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (432 | 61.1%) have the highest median income of $90,329 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wrightsville Beach
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families432 (61.1%)$180,658
3-Person Families129 (18.2%)$250,001
4-Person Families105 (14.8%)$229,637
5-Person Families34 (4.8%)$0
6-Person Families7 (1.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total707 (100.0%)$220,208

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wrightsville Beach

The median family income in Wrightsville Beach is $220,208, with families comprising 1 earner (187) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (168) have the lowest median family income of $76,719, accounting for 26.5% and 23.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wrightsville Beach
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners168 (23.8%)$76,719
1 Earner187 (26.5%)$250,001
2 Earners298 (42.1%)$228,952
3+ Earners54 (7.6%)$250,001
Total707 (100.0%)$220,208

Household Income in Wrightsville Beach

Household Income Brackets in Wrightsville Beach

With 495 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Wrightsville Beach, accounting for 37.3% of all households. In contrast, only 21 households (1.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Wrightsville Beach
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000211.6%
$10,000 to $14,999382.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991188.9%
$25,000 to $34,999272.0%
$35,000 to $49,999534.0%
$50,000 to $74,99918614.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991178.8%
$100,000 to $149,99919614.8%
$150,000 to $199,999775.8%
$200,000+49537.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wrightsville Beach

The median household income in Wrightsville Beach is $125,074, with the highest median household income of $217,125 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 591 households (44.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 31 households (2.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wrightsville Beach
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years31 (2.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years195 (14.7%)$149,306
45 to 64 Years591 (44.6%)$217,125
65+ Years509 (38.4%)$75,057
Total1,326 (100.0%)$125,074

Poverty in Wrightsville Beach

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wrightsville Beach

With 9.2% poverty level for males and 4.0% for females among the residents of Wrightsville Beach, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 68 males (30.9%) and 28 females (37.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wrightsville Beach
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 Years68 (30.9%)28 (37.3%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)11 (6.9%)
45 to 54 Years56 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years19 (6.2%)9 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total143 (9.2%)48 (4.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wrightsville Beach

According to the poverty statistics in Wrightsville Beach, 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 Wrightsville Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 Years6 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years85 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years59 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years152 (69.1%)47 (62.7%)
25 to 34 Years61 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years119 (100.0%)149 (93.1%)
45 to 54 Years189 (77.1%)154 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years289 (93.8%)233 (96.3%)
65 to 74 Years268 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)
75 Years and over148 (100.0%)110 (100.0%)
Total1,409 (90.8%)1,168 (96.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wrightsville Beach

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wrightsville Beach
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children494 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children148 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total677 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wrightsville Beach

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wrightsville Beach
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 Wrightsville Beach

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wrightsville Beach
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 Wrightsville Beach

Employment by Class of Employer in Wrightsville Beach

Among the 1,452 employed individuals in Wrightsville Beach, private company employees (737 | 50.8%), self-employed (incorporated) (272 | 18.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (222 | 15.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wrightsville Beach
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees73750.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)27218.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)22215.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations735.0%
Local Government Employees211.5%
State Government Employees251.7%
Federal Government Employees1027.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,452100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wrightsville Beach

According to the labor force statistics for Wrightsville Beach, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,504), 59.8% or 1,497 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 18 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 47 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.7% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wrightsville Beach
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years15 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years181 (63.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years121 (89.0%)9 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Years47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years237 (84.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years275 (68.9%)6 (2.2%)
55 to 59 Years229 (88.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years248 (84.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years129 (26.3%)4 (3.1%)
75 Years and over16 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,497 (59.8%)18 (1.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wrightsville Beach

According to labor force statistics for Wrightsville Beach, 82.0% of individuals (1,157) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,411) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 14 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 94.5% or 205 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.7% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wrightsville Beach
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School5 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma62 (52.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree205 (94.5%)8 (3.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher884 (83.6%)7 (0.7%)
Total1,157 (82.0%)17 (1.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wrightsville Beach

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wrightsville Beach are Management (352 | 24.8%), Community & Social Service (150 | 10.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (128 | 9.0%), Business & Financial (111 | 7.8%), and Health Technologists (94 | 6.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wrightsville Beach

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wrightsville Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (81.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (83.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Management229 (65.1%)123 (34.9%)
Business & Financial64 (57.7%)47 (42.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science67 (76.1%)21 (23.9%)
Computers & Mathematics12 (75.0%)4 (25.0%)
Architecture & Engineering29 (72.5%)11 (27.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science26 (81.2%)6 (18.8%)
Community & Social Service 26 (17.3%)124 (82.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support17 (28.8%)42 (71.2%)
Education Instruction & Library9 (16.4%)46 (83.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating82 (64.1%)46 (35.9%)
Health Technologists63 (67.0%)31 (33.0%)
Total (Category)468 (56.5%)361 (43.5%)
Total (Overall)841 (59.2%)579 (40.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wrightsville Beach are Food Preparation & Serving (56 | 3.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (15 | 1.1%), and Personal Care & Service (14 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Wrightsville Beach

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Wrightsville Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (82.1%), and Personal Care & Service (42.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (57.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (17.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving46 (82.1%)10 (17.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
Total (Category)67 (78.8%)18 (21.2%)
Total (Overall)841 (59.2%)579 (40.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wrightsville Beach are Sales & Related (253 | 17.8%), and Office & Administration (100 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wrightsville Beach

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related152 (60.1%)101 (39.9%)
Office & Administration14 (14.0%)86 (86.0%)
Total (Category)166 (47.0%)187 (53.0%)
Total (Overall)841 (59.2%)579 (40.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wrightsville Beach are Construction & Extraction (46 | 3.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (19 | 1.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wrightsville Beach

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)841 (59.2%)579 (40.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wrightsville Beach are Transportation (43 | 3.0%), and Production (36 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wrightsville Beach

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Production23 (63.9%)13 (36.1%)
Transportation43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)66 (83.5%)13 (16.5%)
Total (Overall)841 (59.2%)579 (40.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wrightsville Beach

Employment Industries in Wrightsville Beach

The major employment industries in Wrightsville Beach include Health Care & Social Assistance (180 | 12.7%), Professional & Scientific (171 | 12.0%), Construction (158 | 11.1%), Manufacturing (127 | 8.9%), and Finance & Insurance (121 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries in Wrightsville Beach

Employment Industries by Sex in Wrightsville Beach

The Wrightsville Beach industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Public Administration (100.0%), Educational Services (78.6%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (61.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction108 (68.3%)50 (31.7%)
Manufacturing91 (71.7%)36 (28.3%)
Wholesale Trade14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
Retail Trade50 (43.5%)65 (56.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information46 (82.1%)10 (17.9%)
Finance & Insurance63 (52.1%)58 (47.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing88 (73.3%)32 (26.7%)
Professional & Scientific97 (56.7%)74 (43.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support22 (57.9%)16 (42.1%)
Educational Services9 (21.4%)33 (78.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance70 (38.9%)110 (61.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation29 (58.0%)21 (42.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services77 (66.4%)39 (33.6%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Total841 (59.2%)579 (40.8%)

Education in Wrightsville Beach

School Enrollment in Wrightsville Beach

The most common levels of schooling among the 572 students in Wrightsville Beach are college / undergraduate (234 | 40.9%), middle school (110 | 19.2%), and elementary school (86 | 15.0%).
School Enrollment in Wrightsville Beach
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool244.2%
Kindergarten447.7%
Elementary School8615.0%
Middle School11019.2%
High School7412.9%
College / Undergraduate23440.9%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total572100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wrightsville Beach

Out of a total of 572 students who are enrolled in schools in Wrightsville Beach, 116 (20.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 456 (79.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (50.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 169 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wrightsville Beach
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds12 (66.7%)6 (33.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old108 (83.1%)22 (16.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds97 (59.2%)67 (40.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds13 (50.0%)13 (50.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds28 (77.8%)8 (22.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (79.7%)116 (20.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wrightsville Beach

Business (293 | 18.1%), engineering (147 | 9.1%), social sciences (136 | 8.4%), education (128 | 7.9%), and liberal arts & history (128 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,622 individuals in Wrightsville Beach who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wrightsville Beach
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics644.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1167.1%
Physical & Health Sciences543.3%
Psychology593.6%
Social Sciences1368.4%
Engineering1479.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies171.1%
Science & Technology996.1%
Business29318.1%
Education1287.9%
Literature & Languages845.2%
Liberal Arts & History1287.9%
Visual & Performing Arts462.8%
Communications1287.9%
Arts & Humanities1237.6%
Total1,622100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wrightsville Beach

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wrightsville Beach

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wrightsville Beach are males with 2 vehicles (324, accounting for 38.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (266, making up 58.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle171 (20.3%)73 (13.3%)
2 Vehicles324 (38.5%)266 (48.4%)
3 Vehicles263 (31.3%)164 (29.8%)
4 Vehicles31 (3.7%)22 (4.0%)
5 or more Vehicles52 (6.2%)25 (4.5%)
Total841 (100.0%)550 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wrightsville Beach

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wrightsville Beach are 5 to 9 minutes (261 commuters, 22.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (255 commuters, 22.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (247 commuters, 21.5%).
Commute Time in Wrightsville Beach
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes928.0%
5 to 9 Minutes26122.8%
10 to 14 Minutes24721.5%
15 to 19 Minutes1109.6%
20 to 24 Minutes25522.2%
25 to 29 Minutes685.9%
30 to 34 Minutes282.4%
35 to 39 Minutes70.6%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes615.3%
60 to 89 Minutes111.0%
90 or more Minutes70.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Wrightsville Beach

The most common commute times in Wrightsville Beach are 5 to 9 minutes (189 commuters, 24.7%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (95 commuters, 24.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes70 (9.2%)22 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes189 (24.7%)72 (18.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes161 (21.1%)86 (22.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes67 (8.8%)43 (11.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes160 (20.9%)95 (24.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes29 (3.8%)39 (10.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes16 (2.1%)12 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes7 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes54 (7.1%)7 (1.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes4 (0.5%)7 (1.8%)
90 or more Minutes7 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wrightsville Beach

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wrightsville Beach are 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (151, 19.8%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (74, 19.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wrightsville Beach
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM39 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM15 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM38 (5.0%)5 (1.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM15 (2.0%)23 (6.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM20 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM114 (14.9%)25 (6.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM105 (13.7%)64 (16.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM99 (13.0%)62 (16.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM42 (5.5%)32 (8.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM151 (19.8%)74 (19.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM27 (3.5%)66 (17.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)16 (4.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM38 (5.0%)7 (1.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM61 (8.0%)9 (2.4%)
Total764 (100.0%)383 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wrightsville Beach

Occupancy by Ownership in Wrightsville Beach

Of the total 1,326 dwellings in Wrightsville Beach, owner-occupied units account for 1,027 (77.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 299 (22.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wrightsville Beach
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,02777.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units29922.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,326100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wrightsville Beach

Occupancy by Household Size in Wrightsville Beach
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household49637.4%
2-Person Household48736.7%
3-Person Household15511.7%
4+ Person Household18814.2%
Total Housing Units1,326100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wrightsville Beach

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wrightsville Beach
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household387 (78.0%)109 (22.0%)
2-Person Household372 (76.4%)115 (23.6%)
3-Person Household122 (78.7%)33 (21.3%)
4+ Person Household146 (77.7%)42 (22.3%)
Total Housing Units1,027 (77.4%)299 (22.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wrightsville Beach

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wrightsville Beach
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma137 (87.8%)19 (12.2%)
College/Associate Degree143 (61.9%)88 (38.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher743 (79.5%)192 (20.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wrightsville Beach

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wrightsville Beach
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years906.8%
35 to 44 Years13610.3%
45 to 54 Years26319.8%
55 to 64 Years32824.7%
65 to 74 Years36227.3%
75 to 84 Years1229.2%
85 Years and Over251.9%
Total1,326100.0%

Housing Finances in Wrightsville Beach

Median Income by Occupancy in Wrightsville Beach

Median Income by Occupancy in Wrightsville Beach
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,027 (77.4%)$128,958
Renter-Occupied299 (22.6%)$120,288
Average1,326 (100.0%)$125,074

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wrightsville Beach

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wrightsville Beach
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (0.9%)6 (2.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)6 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (0.6%)33 (11.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999113 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99926 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99948 (4.7%)5 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999152 (14.8%)33 (11.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99975 (7.3%)42 (14.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999126 (12.3%)70 (23.4%)
$150,000 or more467 (45.5%)104 (34.8%)
Total1,027 (100.0%)299 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wrightsville Beach

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wrightsville Beach
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49918 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799137 (13.3%)33 (11.0%)
$800 to $99919 (1.8%)8 (2.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499206 (20.1%)54 (18.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99984 (8.2%)53 (17.7%)
$2,000 to $2,499137 (13.3%)56 (18.7%)
$2,500 to $2,99977 (7.5%)11 (3.7%)
$3,000 or more349 (34.0%)84 (28.1%)
Total1,027 (100.0%)299 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wrightsville Beach

Housing Structures in Wrightsville Beach

Housing Structures in Wrightsville Beach
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached70353.0%
Single Unit, Attached20715.6%
2 Unit Apartments19314.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments836.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments634.8%
10 or more Apartments644.8%
Mobile Home / Other131.0%
Total1,326100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wrightsville Beach

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wrightsville Beach
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached599 (85.2%)104 (14.8%)
Single Unit, Attached165 (79.7%)42 (20.3%)
2 Unit Apartments104 (53.9%)89 (46.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments19 (22.9%)64 (77.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,027 (77.4%)299 (22.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wrightsville Beach

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wrightsville Beach
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms22 (2.1%)78 (26.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms270 (26.3%)161 (53.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms424 (41.3%)60 (20.1%)
8 or more Rooms311 (30.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,027 (100.0%)299 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wrightsville Beach

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wrightsville Beach
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas16 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas39 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity966 (94.1%)286 (95.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene6 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)13 (4.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,027 (100.0%)299 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wrightsville Beach

Household Vehicle Usage in Wrightsville Beach
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle399 (38.9%)115 (38.5%)
2 Vehicles360 (35.0%)128 (42.8%)
3 or more Vehicles263 (25.6%)56 (18.7%)
Total1,027 (100.0%)299 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wrightsville Beach

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wrightsville Beach

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units524503
Median Property Value$936,400$1,023,900
Median Household Income$85,625$272
Monthly Housing Costs$1,188$343
Real Estate Taxes$4,830$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wrightsville Beach

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wrightsville Beach
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00022 (4.2%)9 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)8 (1.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99913 (2.5%)17 (3.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99926 (5.0%)78 (15.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99972 (13.7%)54 (10.7%)
$750,000 to $999,999173 (33.0%)75 (14.9%)
$1,000,000 or more218 (41.6%)262 (52.1%)
Total524 (100.0%)503 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wrightsville Beach

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wrightsville Beach
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)58 (11.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999119 (22.7%)9 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (2.7%)5 (1.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (2.1%)12 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99999 (18.9%)37 (7.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99939 (7.4%)53 (10.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (9.0%)36 (7.2%)
$150,000 or more195 (37.2%)79 (15.7%)
Total524 (100.0%)503 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wrightsville Beach

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wrightsville Beach
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x50 (9.5%)196,964 (39,157.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)63 (12.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x52 (9.9%)93 (18.5%)
4.0x or more422 (80.5%)29 (5.8%)
Total524 (100.0%)503 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wrightsville Beach

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wrightsville Beach
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80022 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)9 (1.8%)
$800 to $1,499502 (95.8%)3 (0.6%)
Total524 (100.0%)503 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wrightsville Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wrightsville Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wrightsville Beach
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years286 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years306 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years273 (97.9%)6 (2.1%)
45 to 54 Years349 (87.5%)50 (12.5%)
55 to 64 Years509 (92.5%)41 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years490 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older258 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,690 (96.5%)97 (3.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wrightsville Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wrightsville Beach
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen286 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen306 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wrightsville Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wrightsville Beach
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000148 (77.9%)42 (22.1%)
$25,000 to $49,99987 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999298 (92.0%)26 (8.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999192 (94.1%)12 (5.9%)
$100,000 and over1,965 (99.1%)17 (0.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wrightsville Beach

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wrightsville Beach
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 614 (16.7%)70 (83.3%)
6 to 18 Years3 (1.1%)283 (99.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)306 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years8 (5.9%)127 (94.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)273 (97.9%)
45 to 54 Years10 (2.5%)349 (87.5%)
55 to 64 Years5 (0.9%)504 (91.6%)
65 to 74 Years447 (91.2%)292 (59.6%)
75 Years and over258 (100.0%)235 (91.1%)
Total745 (26.7%)2,439 (87.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wrightsville Beach

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wrightsville Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (4.5%)4 (1.8%)
75 Years and over98 (66.2%)24 (21.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wrightsville Beach

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wrightsville Beach: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over33 (22.3%)14 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wrightsville Beach: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over50 (33.8%)15 (13.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wrightsville Beach: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (6.8%)5 (4.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wrightsville Beach: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over19 (12.8%)15 (13.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wrightsville Beach: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Wrightsville Beach

Computing Device Access in Wrightsville Beach

Computing Device Access in Wrightsville Beach
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,21591.6%
Smartphone1,25995.0%
Tablet1,03077.7%
No Computing Device151.1%
Total1,326100.0%

Internet Access in Wrightsville Beach

Internet Access in Wrightsville Beach
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,19890.3%
Cellular Data Only634.8%
Satellite Internet262.0%
No Internet594.4%
Total1,326100.0%

Wrightsville Beach Summary

Wrightsville Beach is a town located in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States. It is situated on the Atlantic Ocean, just north of Wilmington, the county seat. The population was 2,477 at the 2010 census.

History

Wrightsville Beach was first settled in the early 1700s by the Wrights, a family of English settlers. The Wrights were among the first to settle in the area, and the town was named after them. The town was officially incorporated in 1899.
In the early 1900s, Wrightsville Beach became a popular destination for vacationers from the nearby city of Wilmington. The town was known for its beautiful beaches and its many attractions, including a boardwalk, a pier, and a casino.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a period of growth and development. The town was connected to Wilmington by a bridge, and the population began to increase. In the 1960s, the town was further developed with the construction of a marina and a number of condominiums.

Geography

Wrightsville Beach is located at 34°12'25" North, 77°48'17" West (34.2069, -77.8047). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), of which 3.9 square miles (10.1 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.7 km2) is water.

Economy

Wrightsville Beach is a popular tourist destination, and the town's economy is largely based on tourism. The town is home to a number of hotels, restaurants, and other businesses that cater to visitors. The town also has a number of marinas, which provide services to boaters.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 2,477 people, 1,093 households, and 645 families residing in the town. The population density was 631.2 people per square mile (243.3/km2). There were 1,845 housing units at an average density of 471.3 per square mile (182.2/km2). 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 3.2% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 22.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.86.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.7% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 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 $62,917. Males had a median income of $41,964 versus $30,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $30,917. About 5.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wrightsville Beach?
Total Population of Wrightsville Beach is 2,848.
What is the Total Male Population of Wrightsville Beach?
Total Male Population of Wrightsville Beach is 1,613.
What is the Total Female Population of Wrightsville Beach?
Total Female Population of Wrightsville Beach is 1,235.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wrightsville Beach?
There are 130.61 Males per 100 Females in Wrightsville Beach.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wrightsville Beach?
There are 76.57 Females per 100 Males in Wrightsville Beach.
What is the Median Population Age in Wrightsville Beach?
Median Population Age in Wrightsville Beach is 52.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wrightsville Beach
Average Family Size in Wrightsville Beach is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wrightsville Beach
Average Household Size in Wrightsville Beach is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wrightsville Beach?
Per Capita income in Wrightsville Beach is $87,704.
What is the Median Family Income in Wrightsville Beach?
Median Family Income in Wrightsville Beach is $220,208.
What is the Median Household income in Wrightsville Beach?
Median Household Income in Wrightsville Beach is $125,074.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wrightsville Beach?
Income or Wage Gap in Wrightsville Beach is 29.4%.
Women in Wrightsville Beach earn 70.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wrightsville Beach?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wrightsville Beach is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wrightsville Beach?
There are 1,497 People in the Labor Forcein in Wrightsville Beach.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wrightsville Beach?
59.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Wrightsville Beach.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wrightsville Beach?
Unemployment Rate in Wrightsville Beach is 1.2%.