North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Holly Ridge is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,532. Residents earn $106,230 per year, which is 41% above the national average.
Based on current data, Holly Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Holly Ridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Holly Ridge is $106,230, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Holly Ridge among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Holly Ridge is $291,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,491 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 582 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,803 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 49.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Holly Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 91.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.3% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $106,230 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,056 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $907 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,055 |
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,964 |
| County GDP | $2,516M |
| Restaurants | 127 |
| Healthcare | 125 |
| Retail | 175 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,052 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.39% |
| Commute Time | 31.4 min |
| Work from Home | 26.6% |
| Census Median | $291,100 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $338,770 |
| Median List Price | $456,997 |
| Median List Price | $456,997 |
| $/Sq Ft | $204 |
| Homes Sold | 15 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.3% |
| Price Drops | 21.3% |
| Inventory | 47 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,491 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,742 |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,052 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
| Obesity | 31.5% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.2% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,267/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 125 |
| Total Violent | 581.7/100K |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Murder | 52.9/100K |
| 739% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 528.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,802.8/100K |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,586.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,110.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 105.8/100K |
| Arson | 52.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 63 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,071/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4935°N, 77.5632°W |
| County FIPS | 37141 |
Winner: Republican by 35 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 49.4% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,071/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 125 |
| Restaurants | 127 |
| Retail Stores | 175 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 31.4 min |
| Work from Home | 26.6% |