Emerald Isle, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,915 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
52.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$89,432 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$563,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$702 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,434 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carteret County
2
Morehead City Urban Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Carteret County
3
Morehead City Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 44
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 7 0 79
Sep 7 0 74
Oct 4 0 65
Nov 4 0 56
Dec 4 1 48

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 13, NC
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Schools

Salt and Light Academy
<1 miles, W • 1 star
White Oak Elementary
3 miles, N • 3.7 star
Croatan High
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
Bogue Sound Elementary
6 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Carteret Community College
16 miles, E • 1.4 star
Coastal Carolina Community College
21 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Pamlico Community College
30 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Carteret General Hospital
16 miles, E • 2.3 star
NMC Camp Lejeune
19 miles, NW
Brynn Marr Hosp
20 miles, NW
Onslow Memorial Hospital
21 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Albert J Ellis Airport
35 miles, NW • 1 star
Wilmington International Airport
57 miles, W • 1.4 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
70 miles, N • 1 star
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