Carolina Beach, NC
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Carolina Beach Overview
6,583
TOTAL POPULATION
3,206
MALE POPULATION
3,377
FEMALE POPULATION
94.94
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.33
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$54,533
PER CAPITA INCOME
$106,429
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$87,159
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
5.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
94.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,618
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Carolina Beach Zip Codes
Carolina Beach Area Codes
Race in Carolina Beach
The most populous races in Carolina Beach are White / Caucasian (6,293 | 95.6%), Hispanic or Latino (357 | 5.4%), and Two or more Races (135 | 2.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 23 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 9 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 357 | 5.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 18 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 6,293 | 95.6% |
| Two or more Races | 135 | 2.1% |
| Some other Race | 105 | 1.6% |
| Total | 6,583 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Carolina Beach
The most populous ancestries reported in Carolina Beach are English (1,300 | 19.8%), Irish (988 | 15.0%), German (984 | 14.9%), Italian (585 | 8.9%), and American (344 | 5.2%), together accounting for 63.8% of all Carolina Beach residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 344 | 5.2% |
| Arab | 19 | 0.3% |
| Armenian | 11 | 0.2% |
| Belgian | 60 | 0.9% |
| Blackfeet | 2 | 0.0% |
| British | 54 | 0.8% |
| Burmese | 52 | 0.8% |
| Canadian | 19 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 38 | 0.6% |
| Cherokee | 49 | 0.7% |
| Croatian | 37 | 0.6% |
| Czech | 7 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 44 | 0.7% |
| Dutch | 48 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 67 | 1.0% |
| Egyptian | 7 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,300 | 19.8% |
| European | 229 | 3.5% |
| French | 153 | 2.3% |
| French Canadian | 73 | 1.1% |
| German | 984 | 14.9% |
| Greek | 36 | 0.5% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 18 | 0.3% |
| Hungarian | 42 | 0.6% |
| Indian (Asian) | 9 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 988 | 15.0% |
| Italian | 585 | 8.9% |
| Lebanese | 12 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 226 | 3.4% |
| Northern European | 6 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 77 | 1.2% |
| Panamanian | 38 | 0.6% |
| Polish | 256 | 3.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 79 | 1.2% |
| Scandinavian | 25 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 179 | 2.7% |
| Scottish | 134 | 2.0% |
| Serbian | 17 | 0.3% |
| Slavic | 9 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 9 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 4 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 10 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 134 | 2.0% |
| Swiss | 8 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 34 | 0.5% |
| Welsh | 16 | 0.2% | View All 47 Rows |
Immigrants in Carolina Beach
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Carolina Beach came from Europe (139 | 2.1%), Latin America (81 | 1.2%), South America (81 | 1.2%), Northern Europe (70 | 1.1%), and Western Europe (59 | 0.9%), together accounting for 6.5% of all Carolina Beach residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 7 | 0.1% |
| Armenia | 11 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 20 | 0.3% |
| Belgium | 15 | 0.2% |
| Brazil | 32 | 0.5% |
| Canada | 47 | 0.7% |
| Colombia | 38 | 0.6% |
| Denmark | 9 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 9 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 7 | 0.1% |
| England | 9 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 139 | 2.1% |
| Germany | 44 | 0.7% |
| Italy | 10 | 0.2% |
| Korea | 9 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 81 | 1.2% |
| Northern Africa | 7 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 70 | 1.1% |
| Peru | 11 | 0.2% |
| South America | 81 | 1.2% |
| Southern Europe | 10 | 0.2% |
| Sweden | 31 | 0.5% |
| Western Asia | 11 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 59 | 0.9% | View All 24 Rows |
Sex and Age in Carolina Beach
Sex and Age in Carolina Beach
The most populous age groups in Carolina Beach are 65 to 69 Years (323 | 10.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (518 | 15.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 89 (2.8%) | 124 (3.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 126 (3.9%) | 54 (1.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 143 (4.5%) | 230 (6.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 116 (3.6%) | 104 (3.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 250 (7.8%) | 55 (1.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 76 (2.4%) | 164 (4.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 42 (1.3%) | 72 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 248 (7.7%) | 221 (6.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 321 (10.0%) | 296 (8.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 202 (6.3%) | 193 (5.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 309 (9.6%) | 511 (15.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 171 (5.3%) | 205 (6.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 317 (9.9%) | 518 (15.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 323 (10.1%) | 287 (8.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 271 (8.5%) | 156 (4.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 139 (4.3%) | 112 (3.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 31 (1.0%) | 55 (1.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 32 (1.0%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| Total | 3,206 (100.0%) | 3,377 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Carolina Beach
Median Family Size in Carolina Beach
The median family size in Carolina Beach is 2.77 persons per family, with single female/mother families (155 | 8.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.65 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (130 | 7.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,549 (84.5%) | 2.60 |
| Single Male/Father | 130 (7.1%) | 2.54 |
| Single Female/Mother | 155 (8.5%) | 4.65 |
| Total Families | 1,834 (100.0%) | 2.77 |
Median Household Size in Carolina Beach
The median household size in Carolina Beach is 2.23 persons per household, with single female/mother households (155 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.06 persons per household. non-family households (1,122 | 38.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,549 (52.4%) | 2.63 |
| Single Male/Father | 130 (4.4%) | 2.86 |
| Single Female/Mother | 155 (5.2%) | 5.06 |
| Non-family | 1,122 (38.0%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 2,956 (100.0%) | 2.23 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Carolina Beach
Out of a total of 2,956 households in Carolina Beach, 1,834 (62.0%) are family households, while 1,122 (38.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,257, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 912.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 912 (30.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,257 (42.5%) | 210 (7.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 242 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 223 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 74 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 21 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 17 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,834 (62.0%) | 1,122 (38.0%) |
Female Fertility in Carolina Beach
Fertility by Age in Carolina Beach
Average fertility rate in Carolina Beach is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 78.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 11 (21.6%) | 38.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 40 (78.4%) | 51.0 |
| Total | 51 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Carolina Beach
76.5% of women with births (51) in Carolina Beach are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 30.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 28 (70.0%) | 12 (30.0%) |
| Total | 39 (76.5%) | 12 (23.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Carolina Beach
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 33 (64.7%) | 201.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 18 (35.3%) | 63.0 |
| Total | 51 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Carolina Beach
23.5% of women with births in Carolina Beach are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 36.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 21 (63.6%) | 12 (36.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 39 (76.5%) | 12 (23.5%) |
Income in Carolina Beach
Income Overview in Carolina Beach
Per Capita Income in Carolina Beach is $54,533, while median incomes of families and households are $106,429 and $87,159 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,583 | $54,533 |
| Median Family Income | 1,834 | $106,429 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,834 | $150,572 |
| Median Household Income | 2,956 | $87,159 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,956 | $119,512 |
| Income Deficit | 1,834 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,583 | 5.43% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,583 | 94.57¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,583 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Carolina Beach
Average Earnings in Carolina Beach are $42,125, $44,375 for men and $41,964 for women, a difference of 5.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,985 (51.9%) | $44,375 |
| Female | 1,840 (48.1%) | $41,964 |
| Total | 3,825 (100.0%) | $42,125 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Carolina Beach
The most common earnings brackets in Carolina Beach are $100,000+ for men (433 | 21.8%) and $100,000+ for women (305 | 16.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 72 (3.6%) | 61 (3.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 189 (9.5%) | 37 (2.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 26 (1.3%) | 34 (1.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 29 (1.5%) | 79 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 63 (3.2%) | 39 (2.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 295 (14.9%) | 30 (1.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 17 (0.9%) | 35 (1.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 19 (1.0%) | 43 (2.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 39 (2.0%) | 34 (1.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 24 (1.2%) | 69 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 20 (1.0%) | 215 (11.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 69 (3.5%) | 64 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 113 (5.7%) | 70 (3.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 20 (1.0%) | 204 (11.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 10 (0.5%) | 93 (5.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 14 (0.7%) | 62 (3.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 199 (10.0%) | 114 (6.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 96 (4.8%) | 108 (5.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 238 (12.0%) | 144 (7.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 433 (21.8%) | 305 (16.6%) |
| Total | 1,985 (100.0%) | 1,840 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Carolina Beach
Average earnings in Carolina Beach are $59,813 for men and $43,164 for women, a difference of 27.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,987, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $62,426. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,081, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,813.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | - | - |
| College or Associate's Degree | $69,167 | $34,883 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,426 | $54,596 |
| Graduate Degree | $80,987 | $71,081 |
| Total | $59,813 | $43,164 |
Family Income in Carolina Beach
Family Income Brackets in Carolina Beach
According to the Carolina 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 22.0% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 22 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 79 | 4.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 24 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 22 | 1.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 66 | 3.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 158 | 8.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 182 | 9.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 348 | 19.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 348 | 19.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 204 | 11.1% |
| $200,000+ | 403 | 22.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Carolina Beach
5-person families (74 | 4.0%) account for the highest median family income in Carolina Beach with $250,001 per family, while 3-person families (228 | 12.4%) have the highest median income of $50,174 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,314 (71.7%) | $95,903 |
| 3-Person Families | 228 (12.4%) | $150,521 |
| 4-Person Families | 201 (11.0%) | $160,893 |
| 5-Person Families | 74 (4.0%) | $250,001 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 17 (0.9%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,834 (100.0%) | $106,429 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Carolina Beach
The median family income in Carolina Beach is $106,429, with families comprising 3+ earners (109) having the highest median family income of $211,328, while families with no earners (384) have the lowest median family income of $70,625, accounting for 5.9% and 20.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 384 (20.9%) | $70,625 |
| 1 Earner | 523 (28.5%) | $105,417 |
| 2 Earners | 818 (44.6%) | $122,031 |
| 3+ Earners | 109 (5.9%) | $211,328 |
| Total | 1,834 (100.0%) | $106,429 |
Household Income in Carolina Beach
Household Income Brackets in Carolina Beach
With 618 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Carolina Beach, accounting for 20.9% of all households. In contrast, only 30 households (1.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 174 | 5.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 30 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 210 | 7.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 109 | 3.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 322 | 10.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 411 | 13.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 618 | 20.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 390 | 13.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 231 | 7.8% |
| $200,000+ | 455 | 15.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Carolina Beach
The median household income in Carolina Beach is $87,159, with the highest median household income of $94,157 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 655 households (22.2%) 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 12 households (0.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 12 (0.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 655 (22.2%) | $94,157 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,394 (47.2%) | $90,217 |
| 65+ Years | 895 (30.3%) | $58,942 |
| Total | 2,956 (100.0%) | $87,159 |
Poverty in Carolina Beach
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Carolina Beach
With 10.9% poverty level for males and 6.5% for females among the residents of Carolina Beach, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 24 males (27.0%) and 24 females (19.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 24 (27.0%) | 24 (19.4%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (8.9%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 38 (12.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 25 (21.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 68 (11.9%) | 41 (7.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 44 (8.6%) | 57 (8.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 68 (13.9%) | 24 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 83 (14.0%) | 45 (10.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (10.2%) |
| Total | 350 (10.9%) | 221 (6.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Carolina Beach
According to the poverty statistics in Carolina Beach, males aged 5 years and females aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 65 (73.0%) | 100 (80.6%) |
| 5 Years | 26 (100.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 158 (100.0%) | 152 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 85 (100.0%) | 112 (91.1%) |
| 15 Years | 41 (100.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 267 (87.5%) | 94 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 93 (78.8%) | 236 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 501 (88.0%) | 476 (92.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 467 (91.4%) | 647 (91.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 420 (86.1%) | 699 (96.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 511 (86.0%) | 398 (89.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 202 (100.0%) | 168 (89.8%) |
| Total | 2,856 (89.1%) | 3,156 (93.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Carolina Beach
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Carolina Beach show that 5.4% or 84 of the total 1,549 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 16.0%, comprising of 12 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,118 (94.0%) | 72 (6.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 284 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 63 (84.0%) | 12 (16.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,465 (94.6%) | 84 (5.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Carolina Beach
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 25 (51.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 16 (19.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 41 (31.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Carolina Beach
The poverty data for Carolina Beach shows that 84 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 41 of the single-parent households (14.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (16.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (16.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 72 (6.0%) | 25 (16.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (12.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 12 (16.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 84 (5.4%) | 41 (14.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Carolina Beach
Employment by Class of Employer in Carolina Beach
Among the 3,174 employed individuals in Carolina Beach, private company employees (1,956 | 61.6%), self-employed (incorporated) (411 | 13.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (354 | 11.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,956 | 61.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 411 | 13.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 354 | 11.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 145 | 4.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 77 | 2.4% |
| State Government Employees | 207 | 6.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 24 | 0.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,174 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Carolina Beach
According to the labor force statistics for Carolina Beach, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,752), 62.9% or 3,618 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.9% or 322 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 240 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 72.3% or 175 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 105 (67.7%) | 11 (10.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 242 (79.3%) | 175 (72.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 240 (100.0%) | 16 (6.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 102 (89.5%) | 8 (7.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 935 (86.1%) | 101 (10.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 882 (72.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 306 (81.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 511 (61.2%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 260 (25.1%) | 7 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (9.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,618 (62.9%) | 322 (8.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Carolina Beach
According to labor force statistics for Carolina Beach, 77.0% of individuals (2,977) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,866) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 128 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.6% or 1,610 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.7% or 63 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 48 (80.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 498 (73.5%) | 86 (12.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 821 (65.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,610 (85.6%) | 75 (4.0%) |
| Total | 2,977 (77.0%) | 166 (4.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Carolina Beach
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Carolina Beach are Management (682 | 20.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (370 | 11.2%), Community & Social Service (305 | 9.3%), Health Technologists (293 | 8.9%), and Business & Financial (252 | 7.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Carolina Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (63.9%), and Management (57.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (81.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.5%), and Health Technologists (74.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 395 (57.9%) | 287 (42.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 114 (45.2%) | 138 (54.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 104 (53.9%) | 89 (46.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 53 (63.9%) | 30 (36.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 27 (31.4%) | 59 (68.6%) |
| Community & Social Service | 88 (28.8%) | 217 (71.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 34 (34.7%) | 64 (65.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 29 (18.6%) | 127 (81.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 25 (49.0%) | 26 (51.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 76 (20.5%) | 294 (79.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 76 (25.9%) | 217 (74.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 777 (43.1%) | 1,025 (56.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,551 (47.1%) | 1,741 (52.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Carolina Beach are Food Preparation & Serving (161 | 4.9%), Personal Care & Service (139 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (43 | 1.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (43 | 1.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (42 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Carolina Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (59.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (67.7%), and Personal Care & Service (64.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 52 (32.3%) | 109 (67.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 25 (59.5%) | 17 (40.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 49 (35.2%) | 90 (64.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 169 (41.0%) | 243 (59.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,551 (47.1%) | 1,741 (52.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Carolina Beach are Sales & Related (356 | 10.8%), and Office & Administration (315 | 9.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 223 (62.6%) | 133 (37.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 49 (15.6%) | 266 (84.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 272 (40.5%) | 399 (59.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,551 (47.1%) | 1,741 (52.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Carolina Beach are Construction & Extraction (158 | 4.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (56 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 127 (80.4%) | 31 (19.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 20 (35.7%) | 36 (64.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 147 (68.7%) | 67 (31.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,551 (47.1%) | 1,741 (52.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Carolina Beach are Production (94 | 2.9%), Material Moving (91 | 2.8%), and Transportation (8 | 0.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 94 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 84 (92.3%) | 7 (7.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 186 (96.4%) | 7 (3.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,551 (47.1%) | 1,741 (52.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Carolina Beach
Employment Industries in Carolina Beach
The major employment industries in Carolina Beach include Health Care & Social Assistance (624 | 19.0%), Retail Trade (389 | 11.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (371 | 11.3%), Professional & Scientific (314 | 9.5%), and Manufacturing (264 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Carolina Beach
The Carolina Beach industries that see more men than women are Public Administration (87.8%), Manufacturing (69.3%), and Construction (69.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (93.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.6%), and Educational Services (78.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 181 (69.1%) | 81 (30.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 183 (69.3%) | 81 (30.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 20 (52.6%) | 18 (47.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 263 (67.6%) | 126 (32.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 45 (68.2%) | 21 (31.8%) |
| Utilities | 7 (38.9%) | 11 (61.1%) |
| Information | 3 (6.7%) | 42 (93.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 52 (41.6%) | 73 (58.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 56 (49.1%) | 58 (50.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 174 (55.4%) | 140 (44.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 33 (28.2%) | 84 (71.8%) |
| Educational Services | 57 (21.8%) | 204 (78.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 115 (18.4%) | 509 (81.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 34 (65.4%) | 18 (34.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 199 (53.6%) | 172 (46.4%) |
| Public Administration | 36 (87.8%) | 5 (12.2%) |
| Total | 1,551 (47.1%) | 1,741 (52.9%) |
Education in Carolina Beach
School Enrollment in Carolina Beach
The most common levels of schooling among the 942 students in Carolina Beach are middle school (271 | 28.8%), elementary school (200 | 21.2%), and high school (166 | 17.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 90 | 9.6% |
| Kindergarten | 19 | 2.0% |
| Elementary School | 200 | 21.2% |
| Middle School | 271 | 28.8% |
| High School | 166 | 17.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 129 | 13.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 67 | 7.1% |
| Total | 942 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Carolina Beach
Out of a total of 942 students who are enrolled in schools in Carolina Beach, 70 (7.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 872 (92.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 39 (51.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 20 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 37 (48.7%) | 39 (51.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 157 (91.8%) | 14 (8.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 366 (98.1%) | 7 (1.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 124 (98.4%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 64 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 76 (90.5%) | 8 (9.5%) |
| Total | 872 (92.6%) | 70 (7.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Carolina Beach
Business (720 | 29.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (358 | 14.5%), computers & mathematics (216 | 8.7%), education (174 | 7.0%), and psychology (148 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,475 individuals in Carolina Beach who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 216 | 8.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 358 | 14.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 65 | 2.6% |
| Psychology | 148 | 6.0% |
| Social Sciences | 90 | 3.6% |
| Engineering | 121 | 4.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 41 | 1.7% |
| Science & Technology | 123 | 5.0% |
| Business | 720 | 29.1% |
| Education | 174 | 7.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 68 | 2.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 74 | 3.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 60 | 2.4% |
| Communications | 126 | 5.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 91 | 3.7% |
| Total | 2,475 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Carolina Beach
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Carolina Beach
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Carolina Beach are males with 2 vehicles (782, accounting for 51.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (795, making up 47.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 23 (1.5%) | 28 (1.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 251 (16.5%) | 493 (29.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 782 (51.5%) | 795 (48.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 376 (24.7%) | 274 (16.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 87 (5.7%) | 65 (3.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,519 (100.0%) | 1,655 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Carolina Beach
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Carolina Beach are 20 to 24 minutes (374 commuters, 13.9%), 30 to 34 minutes (369 commuters, 13.7%), and 5 to 9 minutes (337 commuters, 12.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 56 | 2.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 337 | 12.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 295 | 11.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 323 | 12.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 374 | 13.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 231 | 8.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 369 | 13.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 330 | 12.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 136 | 5.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 86 | 3.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 80 | 3.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 71 | 2.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Carolina Beach
The most common commute times in Carolina Beach are 30 to 34 minutes (219 commuters, 16.1%) for males and 35 to 39 minutes (241 commuters, 18.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 9 (0.7%) | 47 (3.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 166 (12.2%) | 171 (12.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 139 (10.2%) | 156 (11.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 174 (12.8%) | 149 (11.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 198 (14.5%) | 176 (13.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 120 (8.8%) | 111 (8.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 219 (16.1%) | 150 (11.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 89 (6.5%) | 241 (18.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 98 (7.2%) | 38 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 33 (2.4%) | 53 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 68 (5.0%) | 12 (0.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 48 (3.5%) | 23 (1.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Carolina Beach
The most frequent times of departure to work in Carolina Beach are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (337, 24.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (336, 25.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 28 (2.1%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 43 (3.2%) | 28 (2.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 75 (5.5%) | 68 (5.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 65 (4.8%) | 64 (4.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 219 (16.1%) | 196 (14.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 79 (5.8%) | 336 (25.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 337 (24.8%) | 240 (18.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 9 (0.7%) | 58 (4.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 270 (19.8%) | 152 (11.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 72 (5.3%) | 41 (3.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 11 (0.8%) | 51 (3.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 58 (4.3%) | 35 (2.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 95 (7.0%) | 41 (3.1%) |
| Total | 1,361 (100.0%) | 1,327 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Carolina Beach
Occupancy by Ownership in Carolina Beach
Of the total 2,956 dwellings in Carolina Beach, owner-occupied units account for 2,254 (76.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 702 (23.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,254 | 76.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 702 | 23.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,956 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Carolina Beach
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 912 | 30.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,467 | 49.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 242 | 8.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 335 | 11.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,956 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Carolina Beach
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 511 (56.0%) | 401 (44.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,263 (86.1%) | 204 (13.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 238 (98.4%) | 4 (1.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 242 (72.2%) | 93 (27.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,254 (76.2%) | 702 (23.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Carolina Beach
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 387 (81.0%) | 91 (19.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 669 (65.9%) | 346 (34.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,198 (83.8%) | 232 (16.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Carolina Beach
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 181 | 6.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 486 | 16.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 717 | 24.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 677 | 22.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 663 | 22.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 189 | 6.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 43 | 1.5% |
| Total | 2,956 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Carolina Beach
Median Income by Occupancy in Carolina Beach
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,254 (76.2%) | $91,667 |
| Renter-Occupied | 702 (23.7%) | $61,250 |
| Average | 2,956 (100.0%) | $87,159 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Carolina Beach
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 68 (3.0%) | 24 (3.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 73 (3.2%) | 10 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8 (0.4%) | 21 (3.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 64 (2.8%) | 21 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 75 (3.3%) | 51 (7.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 96 (4.3%) | 14 (2.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 199 (8.8%) | 124 (17.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 244 (10.8%) | 168 (23.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 474 (21.0%) | 144 (20.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 360 (16.0%) | 31 (4.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 593 (26.3%) | 94 (13.4%) |
| Total | 2,254 (100.0%) | 702 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Carolina Beach
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 40 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 191 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 353 (15.7%) | 12 (1.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 190 (8.4%) | 21 (3.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 377 (16.7%) | 382 (54.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 338 (15.0%) | 150 (21.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 235 (10.4%) | 85 (12.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 289 (12.8%) | 42 (6.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 241 (10.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,254 (100.0%) | 702 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Carolina Beach
Housing Structures in Carolina Beach
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,686 | 57.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 234 | 7.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 152 | 5.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 178 | 6.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 173 | 5.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 484 | 16.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 49 | 1.7% |
| Total | 2,956 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Carolina Beach
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,503 (89.1%) | 183 (10.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 219 (93.6%) | 15 (6.4%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 85 (55.9%) | 67 (44.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 23 (12.9%) | 155 (87.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 77 (44.5%) | 96 (55.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 320 (66.1%) | 164 (33.9%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 27 (55.1%) | 22 (44.9%) |
| Total | 2,254 (76.2%) | 702 (23.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Carolina Beach
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (7.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 193 (8.6%) | 194 (27.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 823 (36.5%) | 304 (43.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 768 (34.1%) | 114 (16.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 470 (20.8%) | 41 (5.8%) |
| Total | 2,254 (100.0%) | 702 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Carolina Beach
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 22 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 48 (2.1%) | 15 (2.1%) |
| Electricity | 2,184 (96.9%) | 687 (97.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,254 (100.0%) | 702 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Carolina Beach
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 24 (1.1%) | 49 (7.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 697 (30.9%) | 388 (55.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,098 (48.7%) | 186 (26.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 435 (19.3%) | 79 (11.3%) |
| Total | 2,254 (100.0%) | 702 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Carolina Beach
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Carolina Beach
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 909 | 1,345 |
| Median Property Value | $429,100 | $446,900 |
| Median Household Income | $71,354 | $512 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $720 | $241 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,516 | $6 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Carolina Beach
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 27 (3.0%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 9 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 221 (24.3%) | 194 (14.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 301 (33.1%) | 692 (51.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 154 (16.9%) | 265 (19.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 68 (7.5%) | 68 (5.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 129 (14.2%) | 116 (8.6%) |
| Total | 909 (100.0%) | 1,345 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Carolina Beach
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 101 (11.1%) | 33 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 102 (11.2%) | 40 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 19 (2.1%) | 45 (3.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 134 (14.7%) | 77 (5.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 108 (11.9%) | 65 (4.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 233 (25.6%) | 136 (10.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 131 (14.4%) | 241 (17.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 81 (8.9%) | 229 (17.0%) |
| Total | 909 (100.0%) | 1,345 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Carolina Beach
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 73 (8.0%) | 116,172 (8,637.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 99 (10.9%) | 235 (17.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 47 (5.2%) | 247 (18.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 665 (73.2%) | 240 (17.8%) |
| Total | 909 (100.0%) | 1,345 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Carolina Beach
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 13 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 165 (18.1%) | 43 (3.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 713 (78.4%) | 190 (14.1%) |
| Total | 909 (100.0%) | 1,345 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Carolina Beach
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carolina Beach
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 226 (91.1%) | 22 (8.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 717 (97.2%) | 21 (2.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 130 (42.6%) | 175 (57.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 283 (81.6%) | 64 (18.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 831 (76.5%) | 255 (23.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 867 (71.4%) | 348 (28.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,069 (88.3%) | 142 (11.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,021 (98.5%) | 16 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and older | 389 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,533 (84.1%) | 1,043 (15.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Carolina Beach
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 226 (91.1%) | 22 (8.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 717 (97.2%) | 21 (2.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 130 (42.6%) | 175 (57.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Carolina Beach
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 491 (84.4%) | 91 (15.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 635 (54.4%) | 532 (45.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 666 (93.0%) | 50 (7.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,019 (84.8%) | 183 (15.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,722 (93.6%) | 187 (6.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carolina Beach
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 48 (19.4%) | 202 (81.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 201 (27.2%) | 527 (71.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 130 (42.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 37 (10.7%) | 246 (70.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 97 (8.9%) | 808 (74.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 29 (2.4%) | 862 (71.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 162 (13.4%) | 1,031 (85.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,014 (97.8%) | 548 (52.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 389 (100.0%) | 291 (74.8%) |
| Total | 1,977 (30.1%) | 4,645 (70.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Carolina Beach
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 41 (9.9%) | 12 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 132 (8.4%) | 182 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 118 (19.9%) | 27 (6.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (16.8%) | 84 (44.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Carolina Beach
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 60 (3.8%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 69 (11.6%) | 12 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (5.9%) | 34 (18.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 12 (0.8%) | 37 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (5.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 41 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (0.7%) | 66 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (4.5%) | 31 (16.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 84 (5.4%) | 57 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (5.4%) | 15 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (10.9%) | 60 (32.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (0.8%) | 38 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (4.5%) | 50 (26.7%) |
Technology Access in Carolina Beach
Computing Device Access in Carolina Beach
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,599 | 87.9% |
| Smartphone | 2,781 | 94.1% |
| Tablet | 2,069 | 70.0% |
| No Computing Device | 55 | 1.9% |
| Total | 2,956 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Carolina Beach
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,517 | 85.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 228 | 7.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 131 | 4.4% |
| No Internet | 195 | 6.6% |
| Total | 2,956 | 100.0% |
Carolina Beach Summary
Carolina Beach is a town located in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Wilmington metropolitan area. The population was 5,052 at the 2010 census.
History
Carolina Beach was first settled in the early 1700s by the English, who named it after the nearby Cape Fear River. The town was incorporated in 1925 and was originally a fishing village. In the early 1900s, the town began to attract tourists, and by the 1930s, it had become a popular beach destination.
The town was devastated by Hurricane Hazel in 1954, but it was quickly rebuilt and continued to attract tourists. In the 1960s, the town began to develop a more permanent population, and it has since become a popular residential community.
Geography
Carolina Beach is located at 34°02'25" North, 77°54'45" West (34.040278, -77.912500). 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
The economy of Carolina Beach is largely based on tourism. The town is home to several hotels, restaurants, and other businesses that cater to tourists. The town also has a thriving fishing industry, and there are several marinas in the area.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,052 people, 2,093 households, and 1,323 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,288.2 people per square mile (496.7/km2). There were 2,919 housing units at an average density of 748.3 per square mile (288.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 87.2% White, 6.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.3% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
There were 2,093 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.2% were non-families. 30.2% 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 2.37 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 21.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% 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 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,917. Males had a median income of $31,912 versus $25,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Carolina Beach?
Total Population of Carolina Beach is 6,583.
What is the Total Male Population of Carolina Beach?
Total Male Population of Carolina Beach is 3,206.
What is the Total Female Population of Carolina Beach?
Total Female Population of Carolina Beach is 3,377.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Carolina Beach?
There are 94.94 Males per 100 Females in Carolina Beach.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Carolina Beach?
There are 105.33 Females per 100 Males in Carolina Beach.
What is the Median Population Age in Carolina Beach?
Median Population Age in Carolina Beach is 51.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Carolina Beach
Average Family Size in Carolina Beach is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Carolina Beach
Average Household Size in Carolina Beach is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Carolina Beach?
Per Capita income in Carolina Beach is $54,533.
What is the Median Family Income in Carolina Beach?
Median Family Income in Carolina Beach is $106,429.
What is the Median Household income in Carolina Beach?
Median Household Income in Carolina Beach is $87,159.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Carolina Beach?
Income or Wage Gap in Carolina Beach is 5.4%.
Women in Carolina Beach earn 94.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Carolina Beach?
Inequality or Gini Index in Carolina Beach is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Carolina Beach?
There are 3,618 People in the Labor Forcein in Carolina Beach.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Carolina Beach?
62.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Carolina Beach.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Carolina Beach?
Unemployment Rate in Carolina Beach is 8.9%.