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Castle Hayne, NC

North Carolina · Pender County · Wilmington Metro

Castle Hayne is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 978. Residents earn $69,729 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
978 Population 205/sq mi density
$69,729 Median Income $33,924 per capita
$326,700 Home Value $355,872 Zillow
$897 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
675 Violent Crime/100K 4,560 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,729 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$326,700 home value, $897/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
675 violent crimes/100K (78% above avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,729
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $326,700
16% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 675/100K
78% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $897
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Castle Hayne Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population978
Median Age55.7 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans21.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,729
Per Capita$33,924
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,516M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$326,700
Rent$897
Ownership83.3%
Zillow$355,872
Housing Units510
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent675/100K
Property4,560/100K

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking14.8%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.77

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Castle Hayne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Castle Hayne receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Castle Hayne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Castle Hayne is $69,729, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Castle Hayne is $326,700, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $897 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 675 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,560 per 100,000, 133% above the national average.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Castle Hayne enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Castle Hayne has a population of 978 with a density of 205 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age is 55.7 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (77.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.9% of residents, while 11.1% speak Spanish. 21.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

978
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
55.7yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Castle Hayne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish 11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Castle Hayne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Castle Hayne is $69,729, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,924 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $907, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,964 business establishments, including 127 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 10.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Castle Hayne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,729
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,924
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$82,055
Gini Index0.436 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,964
County GDP$2,516M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare125
Retail175
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,052
16% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Castle Hayne is $326,700, 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $355,872. Monthly rent averages $897 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 83.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 510 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $4,052 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$326,700
16% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$355,872

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$897
23% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,247
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.3%
Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units510
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,052
16% above US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Castle Hayne, 32.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.5% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 19.3% report binge drinking. 22.8% are physically inactive. 26.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 10.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,991. The dentist ratio is 1:2,739. 61.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Castle Hayne vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,991
Dentists1:2,739
Mental Health1:612
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death9,267/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities125
Castle Hayne has a violent crime rate of 675 per 100,000 residents, 78% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,560 per 100,000, 133% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Castle Hayne receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Castle Hayne vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent675.4/100K
78% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,560.1/100K
133% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents138
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Castle Hayne enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates34.3555°N, 77.9099°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPender County County
Nearest AirportWilmington International (ILM)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.5"
67% above US avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.91"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.68"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score86.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability34.2 / 100
Community Resilience65.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Aug 6, 1994.

Aug 6, 1994 4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina M3.6 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 167 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 74 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 87 km
2018 Florence Category 3 20 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 76 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 69 km
2011 Irene Category 1 115 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 63 km
2004 Alex Category 2 125 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 217 km
2004 Charley Category 1 96 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 161 km
1999 Irene Category 2 116 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 33 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 149 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 20 km
1996 Fran Category 3 38 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 12 km
1994 Gordon Category 1 208 km
1993 Emily Category 3 249 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

337 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 27 fatalities, 800 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 83 km 3
Feb 15, 2021 EF3 74 km 3
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 64 km 0
Nov 16, 2006 EF3 30 km 8
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 94 km 0
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 85 km 0
Aug 17, 1965 EF3 91 km 0
Mar 17, 1965 EF3 96 km 2
Apr 8, 1957 EF3 55 km 0
Oct 9, 1950 EF3 67 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 42 km 0
Aug 3, 2020 EF2 57 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 85 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 75 km 0
Nov 24, 2018 EF2 97 km 0
Sep 8, 2014 EF2 53 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 75 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 83 km 1
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 87 km 3
Apr 6, 2009 EF2 63 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (77,768 ac, 1986).

Year Name Acres Distance
1986 UNNAMED 77,768 25 km
2011 JUNIPER ROAD 31,511 28 km
1994 UNNAMED 7,944 38 km
1985 UNNAMED 5,807 97 km
2009 CAROLINA BAY 3,056 99 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,970 30 km
1992 GREAT LAKE 2,843 94 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,642 75 km
2001 UNNAMED 2,204 98 km
2020 TRAM ROAD/GRASSY ROAD 2,076 24 km
1993 UNNAMED 2,073 49 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,027 96 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,024 11 km
2013 WOODPECKER FIRE 2,015 92 km
2010 BURNCOMP27 1,894 91 km
2020 CRO PETTIFORD CREEK - C-29/30/31 RX 1,878 91 km
2020 CRO HUNTERS CREEK C-37 RX 1,616 91 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,602 86 km
2020 CRO MILLIS ROAD C-28/26 RX 1,584 96 km
2014 SHAKEN CREEK 1,469 36 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in
March 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in
June 76°F (24°C) 5.5 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 6.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in Driest
November 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in

Castle Hayne has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and October the driest (2.7").

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Castle Hayne is located in Pender County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 28.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.1% of the vote, a 35-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 125 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.1%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents138
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.77
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi
CountyPender County County

Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Avg Download Speed102.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities125
Restaurants127
Retail Stores175

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%
Average costs for common services in Castle Hayne. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$864
Toddler$780
Preschool$597
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$681
Toddler$540
Preschool$513
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Pender County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 2,104 192 $32,747 1.43
Accommodation & Food Services 1,946 142 $20,908 1.46
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,585 176 $49,869 0.75
Construction 1,274 312 $58,463 1.65
Manufacturing 687 45 $53,248 0.57
Professional & Technical Services 650 263 $77,887 0.64
Other Services 537 151 $35,896 1.21
Agriculture & Forestry 497 42 $35,688 4.18
Wholesale Trade 483 82 $60,497 0.83
Real Estate 449 115 $68,444 1.97
Arts & Entertainment 414 34 $18,620 1.68
Finance & Insurance 220 76 $70,984 0.37
Educational Services 86 18 $43,282 0.28
Information & Technology 82 29 $115,441 0.30
Mining & Oil/Gas 8 3 $99,829 0.14

Schools in Castle Hayne

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holly Shelter Middle Middle 858 55 15.6:1
Castle Hayne Elementary Elementary 459 32 14.3:1
Wilmington Early College High High 255 12 21.3:1
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Radio Stations near Castle Hayne

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WAAV 107.9 FM & 980 AM The Wave local news, news AAC+ 48 kbps
WHQR public radio MP3 96 kbps

National Parks Near Castle Hayne

13 national parks and monuments found near Castle Hayne.

ParkTypeFee
Bald Head Island State Natural Area State Park Free
Bay Tree Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Bushy Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Carolina Beach State Park State Park Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park State Park Free
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area State Park Free
Hammocks Beach State Park State Park Free
Lake Waccamaw State Park State Park Free
Lea Island State Natural Area State Park Free
Moores Creek National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Sandy Run Savannas State Natural Area State Park Free
Singletary Lake State Park State Park Free
White Lake State Lake State Park Free

Museums in Castle Hayne

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LOUISE WELLS CAMERON ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM9103955999$2,881,431
BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE9102515797$883,524
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WILMINGTONCHILDREN'S MUSEUM9102543534$575,398
WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9107632634$183,019
LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM9107635869$139,420
LOWER CAPE FEAR HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$139,420
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9102562569$62,361
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM HOMEGENERAL MUSEUM
AIRLIE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER300 AIRLIE ROAD
BELLAMY MANSION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9102513700
BOSEMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
BURNETT-EATON MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9108151029
CAB ART GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
CAPE FEAR MUSEUM OF HISTORY & SCIENCESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM814 MARKET STREET
COUNTY OF NEW HANOVERGENERAL MUSEUM9107984370
CULTURAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
MOORES CREEK NB VISITOR CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION9102835591
MUSEUM OF WORLD CULTURESGENERAL MUSEUM9109623276
NEW HANOVER EXTENSION ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6206 OLEANDER DRIVE
NO BOUNDARIES INTERNATIONAL ART COLONYGENERAL MUSEUM9102519313
POPLAR GROVE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM9106869518
SCOTTISH SOCIETY OF WILMINGTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9107626688
SMITH ISLAND ART LEAGUEART MUSEUM6144034486
SOUTHLAND HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPIRIT OF NORTH CAROLINAGENERAL MUSEUM9103500265
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9109623000
USS NORTH CAROLINA BATTLESHIP COMMISSIONGENERAL MUSEUM1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE9102515797
WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERYART MUSEUM
WWII WILMINGTON HOME FRONT HERITAGE COALITIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION120 S 2ND ST9103417860
GREATER WILMINGTON SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM9107918070$-16,391

Libraries in Castle Hayne

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NEW HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 CHESTNUT ST0.0909,160
PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY103 S COWAN ST0.0154,829

Farmers Markets in Castle Hayne

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market at Poplar Grove10200 US Highway 1704/01/2015 to 11/17/2015Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Ogden Park Farmers Market615 Ogden Park Dr.04/13/2016 to 11/16/2016Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Riverfront Farmers Market116 Dock St.03/23/2019 to 11/23/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market321 Causeway Drive05/05/2014 to 09/01/2014Mon: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Castle Hayne

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buen Dia Mexican Breakfast & Lunch
Jung's Egg Roll Express

Gas Stations in Castle Hayne

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GOGAS #7

Breweries in Castle Hayne

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bombers Beverage CompanyBars & Clubs, Beer Store and Bar Downtown Wilmington, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Tours, Brewery Tours108 Grace St9108335107
Broomtail Craft BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries6404 Amsterdam Way9106194622
Flytrap BrewingBrewery319 Walnut St9107692881Visit
Grand Union PubBrewers1125 Military Cutoff Rd A9102569133
Wilmington Brewing CoBrewery824 S Kerr Ave9103923315Visit

Pharmacies in Castle Hayne

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 7350 5712 CASTLE HAYNE ROAD 910-675-2222

EV Charging Stations in Castle Hayne

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
A&ET CAPE FEAR CC4500 Blue Clay Rd Behind NB BuildingChargePoint Network2J1772public
Wilmington North5700 Holly Shelter RdCHARGEUP4J1772public

Cell Towers in Castle Hayne

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Malpass site 1484 Union Chapel Road (025020)TOWER168
1164 SAINT JOHNS CHURCHTOWER128
Sutton Lake - 215 Sutton Lake Road (Sutton Lake)TOWER98
SR 1630 REV ANDRE CARR RDTOWER96

Bridges in Castle Hayne

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19841,14734,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19841,15434,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198418119,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198418119,000G
SlabPrestressed concrete198411719,000F
SlabPrestressed concrete198412119,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195148215,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous19503111,000F
SlabConcrete19205111,000F

Correctional Facilities in Castle Hayne

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
NEW HANOVER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER3950 JUVENILE CENTER RDCOUNTY569672OPEN
NEW HANOVER REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER3830 JUVENILE CENTER RDSTATE-99918OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Castle Hayne

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Wilmington, NC505 Cando StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Castle Hayne

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
DAK AMERICAS LLC CAPE FEAR SITE3500 DANIELS ROAD NORTHEASTBRUNSWICK

Airports Near Castle Hayne

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albert J Ellis AirportOAJMedium Airport
MCAS New River / McCutcheon Field—Medium Airport
Wilmington International AirportILMMedium Airport
Bear Pen Airport—Small Airport
Bell Strip—Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airfield—Small Airport
Brocks Airport—Small Airport
Camp Davis Marine Corps Outlying Field—Small Airport
Camp Lejeune LZ Bluebird Airstrip—Small Airport
Canaan Air Base Airport—Small Airport
Cape Fear Regional Jetport / Howie Franklin Field Airport—Small Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr Field—Small Airport
Deppe Airport—Small Airport
Duplin County Airport—Small Airport
Elkins Field—Small Airport
Epley Airport—Small Airport
Henderson Field—Small Airport
Highsmith Airport—Small Airport
Holly Ridge/Topsail Island Airport—Small Airport
Mitchell Field—Small Airport
Oak Grove Marine Corps Outlying Field—Small Airport
Odell Williamson Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Parker Field—Small Airport
Pilots Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Pink Hill Airport—Small Airport
Pleasant Hill Airport—Small Airport
Safe Field—Small Airport
Sampson County AirportCTZSmall Airport
Sky Manor Airport—Small Airport
Stag Air Park—Small Airport
Suter Field—Small Airport
Topsail Airpark—Small Airport
Triple F Airpark—Small Airport
Twin Oak Airport—Small Airport
Winnabow Airport—Small Airport
Yonder Airport—Small Airport
Zombie Air Force Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Castle Hayne

13 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Burgaw Police Department
Leland Town Police Department110 Division Drive
Navassa Police Department
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office316 Princess Street
North Carolina State Highway Patrol1 Station Road
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Northwest Police Department4889 Vernon Road
Pender County Sheriff's Office605 East Fremont Street
Pinnacle Special Police
US Marshals Services
Wilmington Police Department
Wilmington Police Department615 Bess Street
Wrightsville Beach Police Department

Grocery Stores in Castle Hayne

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 2720915Convenience Store5717 Castle Hayne Rd
CVS PHARMACY 7350Other5712 Castle Hayne Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 1517Other6001 Castle Hayne Rd
Fresh Foods 10Supermarket5601 Castle Hayne Rd
Han-Dee Hugo's 39Convenience Store11795 Us Highway 117 S

Post Offices in Castle Hayne

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Castle Hayne Post Office

Treatment Centers in Castle Hayne

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Helping Hand of WilmingtonBoth910-796-6868
Capeside PsychiatryBoth910-791-6767
Coastal Horizons Center IncBoth910-343-0145
Coastal Horizons Center IncBoth910-259-0668
Healing Place of New Hanover CountySubstance Abuse910-970-4673
Launch Pad WellnessSubstance Abuse910-769-6053
Pathways Human Services of NC - Access Family ServicesMental Health910-392-4881
Reflections of Hope LLPSubstance Abuse910-782-8752
Tree House Recovery NCSubstance Abuse910-812-1728
Wilmington Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse800-992-3671
Wilmington Treatment Center - Intensive Outpatient ProgramSubstance Abuse855-240-7361

DOL Wage Violations in Castle Hayne

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $14,103 in back wages owed to 70 employees.

3
Violations
$14,103
Back Wages Owed
70
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Powell Bail Bonding — — 28429 — 1 $7,932 $3,966 2
Fresh Foods 10 — — 28429 — 1 $3,799 $57 67
Hollingsworth Cabinetry & Interiors — — 28429 — 1 $2,372 $2,372 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Castle Hayne

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BROKEN BREAD FELLOWSHIP6101 ORANGE ST
CASTLE HAYNE ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH2710 HERMITAGE RD
HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF WILMINGTON3418 PRINCE GEORGE AVE
I JUST WANT TO TALK ABOUT THE BIBLE INC4318 SADDLEBROOK DR
KING CROSS MINISTRIES INC5 MILLHOUSE RD
MINISTERIO APOSTOLICO AVANCE MISIONERO WILMINGTON1915 COUNTY DR N UNIT 160
NEVER ALONE MINISTRIES4308 PARMELE RD
NEW BEGINNING CHRISTIAN CHURCH3120 ALEX TRASK DR
SOLID ROCK PENTECOSTAL CHURCH203 DEERFIELD RD
ST BASIL THE GREAT ORTHODOX CHURCH4601 BLUE CLAY RD
STREET LIFE MINISTRIES3822 MARATHON AVE
THE LIVING BREAD CHURCH OF GRACE AND HOPE INCPO BOX 445

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Historic Markers
3
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Castle Hayne

What is the population of Castle Hayne?

Castle Hayne has a population of 978 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 205 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Castle Hayne expensive to live in?

Castle Hayne is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $69,729, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $326,700 (16% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $897 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Castle Hayne safe?

Public safety is a concern in Castle Hayne, with a violent crime rate of 675 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,560 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Castle Hayne receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Castle Hayne?

Castle Hayne enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Castle Hayne?

The job market in Castle Hayne is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $907. There are 1,964 business establishments in the area, including 127 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 10.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Castle Hayne?

The median home value in Castle Hayne is $326,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $355,872. For renters, the median monthly rent is $897. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 83.3%. The average annual property tax is $4,052.

How are the schools in Castle Hayne?

Schools in Castle Hayne score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.1% of adults in Castle Hayne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Castle Hayne?

The obesity rate in Castle Hayne is 32.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.8% of adults are smokers. 22.8% are physically inactive. 26.0% of residents report depression. 10.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 61.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,991.

What is transportation like in Castle Hayne?

The average commute in Castle Hayne is 26 minutes. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Castle Hayne?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Castle Hayne is 77.6% White. 88.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.1% speak Spanish. 21.5% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

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