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Overview for Sunset Beach, NC

4,844 people live in Sunset Beach, where the median age is 67.7 and the average individual income is $55,847. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,844

Total Population

67.7 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$55,847

Average individual Income

Around Sunset Beach, NC

There's plenty to do around Sunset Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

1
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
25
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including 55 Bistro Bar, King of Pops, and Dollar General.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.12 miles 28 reviews 4.1/5 stars
Dining 1 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 1.23 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.36 miles 57 reviews 4.6/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.36 miles 114 reviews 2.8/5 stars
Dining 1.42 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Sunset Beach, NC

Population Households Employment

Sunset Beach has 2,537 households, with an average household size of 1.91. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sunset Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,844 people call Sunset Beach home. The population density is 253 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,844

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

67.7 years

Median Age

46 / 54%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
2,537

Total Households

1.91

Average Household Size

$55,847

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Sunset Beach, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Sunset Beach. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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