Ocean Isle Beach, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
796 332.4M (US)
Median Age
67.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
64.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$99,231 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$754,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$898 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,171 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
13.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 44
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 6 0 79
Sep 6 0 74
Oct 4 0 65
Nov 3 0 55
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Union Elementary
5 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Shallotte Middle
7 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

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

J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital
25 miles, E • 4.1 star
McLeod Loris Hospital
28 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport
30 miles, W • 2.3 star
Wilmington International Airport
42 miles, E • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
75 miles, NW • 1 star
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