Carolina Shores, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,843 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,310 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$276,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,474 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Brunswick County
1
Wilmington Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Brunswick County
2
Wilmington Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 4 0 48
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 4 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 7 0 79
Sep 7 0 74
Oct 4 0 65
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, NC State Senate District 8, NC State House District 17, NC
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Schools

Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
3 miles, NE • 1.9 star
North Myrtle Beach High
6 miles, W • 4.6 star
North Myrtle Beach Middle
7 miles, W • 2.8 star
Waterway Elementary
7 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Strand College of Hair Design
18 miles, W • 1 star
Brunswick Community College
22 miles, E • 1.4 star
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
26 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLeod Loris Hospital
21 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport
26 miles, W • 2.3 star
Wilmington International Airport
46 miles, E • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
69 miles, NW • 1 star
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