Sunset Beach, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
4,326 332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,934 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$354,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$661 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$385 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.8% 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 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

Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
Union Elementary
5 miles, NE • 4.1 star
West Brunswick High
8 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Brunswick Community College
19 miles, E • 1.4 star
Strand College of Hair Design
20 miles, W • 1 star
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
29 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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

Myrtle Beach International Airport
28 miles, W • 2.3 star
Wilmington International Airport
43 miles, E • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
73 miles, NW • 1 star
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