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Kitty Hawk, NC

North Carolina · Currituck County · Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk Metro

Kitty Hawk is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 3,721. Residents earn $88,811 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,721 Population 458/sq mi density
$88,811 Median Income $50,064 per capita
$494,200 Home Value $628,054 Zillow
$1,366 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
112 Violent Crime/100K 3,564 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$88,811 median income, 5.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$494,200 home value, $1,366/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
112 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $88,811
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $494,200
75% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 112/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,366
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

How Kitty Hawk Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,721
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density458/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,811
Per Capita$50,064
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,150M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$494,200
Rent$1,366
Ownership76.4%
Zillow$628,054
Housing Units3,316
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

F
Violent112/100K
Property3,564/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault28/100K
Burglary477/100K

Health

Obesity29.7%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking10.6%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+11.8%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute25 min
Broadband93.6%
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Kitty Hawk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kitty Hawk receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Kitty Hawk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kitty Hawk is $88,811, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kitty Hawk is $494,200, making it a premium housing market at 75% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,366 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Kitty Hawk is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,564 per 100,000, 82% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kitty Hawk enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kitty Hawk has a population of 3,721 with a density of 458 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.4% of residents, while 7.6% speak Spanish. 10.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 6.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,721
Total Population
458
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kitty Hawk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish 7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kitty Hawk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kitty Hawk is $88,811, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,064 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $873, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 995 business establishments, including 84 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 21.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kitty Hawk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,811
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,064
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$81,026
Gini Index0.402 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)995
County GDP$1,150M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare28
Retail135
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,994
14% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kitty Hawk is $494,200, 75% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $628,054, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,366 (17% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 76.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,316 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $2,994. 21.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$494,200
75% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$628,054
Median List Price$838,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$838,950
$/Sq Ft$260
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,366
17% above US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.4%
Owner-Occupied76.4%
Renter-Occupied23.6%
Housing Units3,316
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,994
14% below US avg
Effective Rate0.61%
In Kitty Hawk, 29.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 28.2% have high blood pressure. 10.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 16.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.1% experience frequent mental distress. 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,707. The dentist ratio is 1:6,203. 86.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Kitty Hawk vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep28.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,707
Dentists1:6,203
Mental Health1:1,215
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits70.8%
Premature Death6,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access86.7%
Healthcare Facilities28
Kitty Hawk has a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 28.1 per 100,000, robbery at 28.1, rape at 56.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,564 per 100,000, 82% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,059, burglary at 477, vehicle theft at 28 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Kitty Hawk receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Kitty Hawk vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent112.3/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape56.1/100K
Robbery28.1/100K
Assault28.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,564.4/100K
82% above US avg
Burglary477.1/100K
Theft3,059.2/100K
Vehicle Theft28.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Kitty Hawk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 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 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²)
Population Density458/sq mi
Coordinates36.0701°N, 75.7172°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCurrituck County County
Nearest AirportDare County Regional (MEO)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.6"
23% above US avg
Snowfall 1.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.67"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.27"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score18.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience85.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Feb 11, 2014.

Aug 6, 1994 4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina M3.6 145 km
Feb 11, 2014 7 km NW of Hobucken, North Carolina M2.9 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Dorian (2019, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Dorian Category 2 84 km
2018 Florence Category 2 240 km
2017 Maria Category 1 274 km
2016 Matthew Category 1 136 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 36 km
2011 Irene Category 1 26 km
2010 Earl Category 2 193 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 152 km
2004 Alex Category 2 98 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 119 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 88 km
1999 Irene Category 2 140 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 214 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 21 km
1996 Fran Category 3 278 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 208 km
1995 Felix Category 1 259 km
1994 Gordon Category 1 264 km
1993 Emily Category 3 90 km
1991 Bob Category 3 97 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

177 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 6 fatalities, 78 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 30, 2023 EF3 96 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 94 km 2
Jul 4, 1967 EF3 94 km 0
Sep 17, 1952 EF3 17 km 0
Mar 31, 2017 EF2 88 km 0
Apr 25, 2014 EF2 89 km 0
Apr 25, 2014 EF2 92 km 1
Aug 26, 2011 EF2 49 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 97 km 0
Oct 17, 1999 EF2 44 km 0
Aug 6, 1993 EF2 97 km 0
Nov 10, 1990 EF2 94 km 0
Nov 17, 1988 EF2 65 km 0
Nov 5, 1988 EF2 52 km 0
Aug 3, 1988 EF2 90 km 0
Mar 31, 1987 EF2 96 km 0
Jun 17, 1986 EF2 80 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF2 78 km 1
May 16, 1983 EF2 67 km 0
Sep 28, 1982 EF2 8 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLAN ROAD (110,696 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 ALLAN ROAD 110,696 64 km
2008 EVANS ROAD 41,560 71 km
2011 PAINS BAY 40,218 46 km
2016 WHIPPING CREEK ROAD 12,512 53 km
2011 LATERAL WEST 6,188 89 km
2008 SOUTH 1 5,940 89 km
2023 LAST RESORT 4,974 69 km
2009 2-2-1 ROANOKE MARSHES 4,953 26 km
2006 BELL ISLAND CENTRAL UNIT 2 1 2 3,307 94 km
2017 NCALR FY17 RX A 2.2 3,303 28 km
2003 ROANOKE MARSH 2 2 5 A 3,156 27 km
2006 ROANOKE MARSHES - 2.2.5 3,139 26 km
1999 NORTH RIVER 3,055 39 km
1999 LSR 2 5 6 2,629 54 km
2009 SW MASHOES 2,499 17 km
2005 LONG SHOAL RIVER 2.5.2-5 2,333 54 km
2003 FIRST FIRE-CODE 1 2,319 44 km
2009 2-1-3 BELL ISLAND SOUTH 2,297 95 km
2008 MCPHERSON ROAD 2,087 75 km
2000 QUAD 2 1 2 2,068 26 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in Driest
May 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 4.3 in
July 80°F (26°C) 5.4 in Warmest
August 78°F (25°C) 5.7 in Wettest
September 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
December 47°F (9°C) 3.5 in

Kitty Hawk has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.7") and April the driest (3.3").

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Kitty Hawk is located in Currituck County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 42.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.5% of the vote, a 47.9-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 28 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+11.8%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density458/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi
CountyCurrituck County County

Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Avg Download Speed122.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants84
Retail Stores135

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%
Average costs for common services in Kitty Hawk. 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)
View all 8 services

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$745
Toddler$646
Preschool$558
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$727
Toddler$526
Preschool$470
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Currituck County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,216 115 $38,350 1.63
Accommodation & Food Services 1,065 100 $29,817 1.57
Administrative & Waste Services 706 104 $44,067 1.61
Construction 621 158 $55,680 1.59
Real Estate 482 64 $42,882 4.17
Health Care & Social Assistance 354 46 $50,313 0.33
Arts & Entertainment 354 20 $26,174 2.83
Other Services 246 73 $44,065 1.10
Educational Services 166 16 $49,088 1.08
Manufacturing 141 19 $58,032 0.23
Finance & Insurance 141 32 $78,851 0.47
Wholesale Trade 115 32 $60,566 0.39
Transportation & Warehousing 88 27 $41,820 0.28
Information & Technology 19 16 $98,809 0.14
Utilities 7 5 $138,893 0.25
Unclassified 1 4 $12,689 0.10

Schools in Kitty Hawk

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kitty Hawk Elementary School Elementary 453 37 12.2:1
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Radio Stations near Kitty Hawk

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Kitty Hawk

1 campgrounds found near Kitty Hawk.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Oregon Inlet Campground 4.4/5 116 $28–$70

National Parks Near Kitty Hawk

15 national parks and monuments found near Kitty Hawk.

ParkTypeFee
Cape Hatteras National Seashore National Seashore Free
Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park Free
Dismal Swamp State Park State Park Free
False Cape State Park State Park Free
First Landing State Park State Park Free
Fort Monroe National Monument National Monument Free
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Jockeys Ridge State Park State Park Free
Lake Phelps State Lake State Park Free
Merchants Millpond State Park State Park Free
Pettigrew State Park State Park Free
Pocahontas Waterfowl State Park Free
Pocahontas Waterfowl Area State Park State Park Free
Run Hill State Natural Area State Park Free
Wright Brothers National Memorial National Memorial $10

Museums in Kitty Hawk

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHILDREN AT PLAYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM3810 NORTH CROATAN HIGHWAY2522610290$112,839
CAPE HATTERAS NATIONAL SEASHOREHISTORIC PRESERVATION2524759021
FORT RALEIGH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2524759021
HISTORIC JARVISBURG COLORED SCHOOLHISTORIC PRESERVATION7300 CARATOKE HIGHWAY2524538234
MANTEO PRESERVATION TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM ON ROANOKE ISLANDZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION374 AIRPORT ROAD2524733494
NORTH CAROLINA NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVEZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
OUTER BANKS CONSERVATIONISTS INC ISLAND FARM 1847GENERAL MUSEUM2524735440
OUTER BANKS HISTORY CENTER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 FESTIVAL PARK BOULEVARD2524732655
PEA ISLAND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION305 ESSEX SQUARE 101 SIR WALTER RALEIGH STREET MANTEO2524732133
ROANOAK ISLAND HISTORICAL PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1 FESTIVAL PARK2524751500
WRIGHT BROTHERS NATIONAL MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION2524759021

Farmers Markets in Kitty Hawk

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
kitty hawk farm & flea market4100 N.Croatan HwyVisit
OBX Farmer's Market2424 S Croatan Highway06/17/2017 to 08/31/2017Mon: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Tue: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 A

Hotels in Kitty Hawk

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barrier Island Station at Kitty Hawk
Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
Holiday Inn Express Kitty Hawk - Outer Banks
Saltaire Cottages

Restaurants in Kitty Hawk

16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Argyles Restaurant
Art's Place
Bad Bean Baja Grill
Bad Bean Baja Grill
Barefoot Bernie's
BK Shuckers
Black Pelican Seafood Company
Captn Franks
Henry's
Hurricane Moe's
John's Drive In
Josephine's
Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar
Russo's Bistro and Bar
Stackem Pancakes
Taco Bar

Cafes in Kitty Hawk

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Outer Bean

Theatres in Kitty Hawk

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Theatre of Dare

Monuments in Kitty Hawk

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wright Brother's Shed

Gas Stations in Kitty Hawk

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven

Banks in Kitty Hawk

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OBX Bank
RBC
United Bank

Gyms in Kitty Hawk

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #515559367

Golf Courses in Kitty Hawk

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sea Scape Golf Links

Breweries in Kitty Hawk

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Full Moon Cafe & BreweryCaf and Brewery207 Queen Elizabeth Ave2524736666
Outer Banks Brewing StationRestaurant, Brewery, and Bar, Bars & Clubs, Beverages, NC, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Malt Bev600 S Croatan Hwy2524492739Visit
Weeping Radish Farm BreweryBars, Brew Pubs, Butcher, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Brewery, Butcher, and Beer Garden, Breweries, B6810 Caratoke Hwy2524915207, 2524915205Visit

Pharmacies in Kitty Hawk

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BEAR DRUGS PHARMACY 5200 NORTH CROATAN HIGHWAY 252-261-7999
CVS - 3112 5547 CROATAN HIGHWAY 252-261-6621
RITE AID - 11429 5312 NORTH VIRGINIA DARE TRAIL 252-261-8900
WAL-MART - 2000 5400 NORTH CROATAN HIGHWAY 252-261-3310

EV Charging Stations in Kitty Hawk

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Holiday Inn Express Kitty Hawk3915 N. Croatan HwyBlink Network1J1772public
TOSS EVS SOUTHERN SHORES5377 N Virginia Dare TrailChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Kitty Hawk

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
FISHER LANDING ROADTOWER152
105 UPAWHC AVETOWER88
(Edgewater) 6246 Caratoke Hwy (#21694)LTOWER76
0.07 mi North of US Route 64TOWER70
929 S. BAYVIEW ROADTOWER61
Powells Point Site 929 S. BAYVIEW ROADTOWER61

Fire Stations in Kitty Hawk

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Town of Kitty Hawk Fire Department859 W Kitty Hawk Road RDMostly volunteer252-261-2666

Power Plants Near Kitty Hawk

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
KITTY HAWKPETROLEUM LIQUIDS221112-75.7RE

Bridges in Kitty Hawk

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2019651,200G
SlabPrestressed concrete200652290G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198861100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber201561100F

Airports Near Kitty Hawk

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elizabeth City Regional Airport & Coast Guard Air StationECGMedium Airport
Chesapeake Regional AirportSmall Airport
Columbia AirstripSmall Airport
Cotton Gin AirportSmall Airport
Crabbe AirportSmall Airport
Currituck County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Dare County Regional AirportMEOSmall Airport
Dillard AirportSmall Airport
Fentress Naval Auxiliary Landing FieldSmall Airport
First Flight AirportFFASmall Airport
Fletcher's AirportSmall Airport
Hampton Roads Executive AirportSmall Airport
Harvey Point Defense Testing Activity AirportSmall Airport
Hodges Farm AirportSmall Airport
Hyde County AirportSmall Airport
Meadstown AirstripSmall Airport
NC61 AirportSmall Airport
Pine Island AirportDUFSmall Airport
Virginia Beach AirportSmall Airport
Whitfield's East AirportSmall Airport
Wyatt AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Kitty Hawk

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
722 West Kitty Hawk Road
Currituck County Sheriffs Office
Dare County Sheriff Civil Division
Dare County Sheriff's Office
Dare County Sheriff's Office
Duck Police Department
Kill Devil Hills Police Department
Kitty Hawk Police Administration
Manteo Police DepartmentAnanias Dare Street
Nags Head Police Department5401 South Croatan Highway
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Southern Shores Police Department

Grocery Stores in Kitty Hawk

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 24554JConvenience Store3868 N Croatan Hwy
Han-Dee Hugo's 6Convenience Store4017 N Croatan Hwy

Post Offices in Kitty Hawk

0 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress

Treatment Centers in Kitty Hawk

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Changing TidesSubstance Abuse252-715-3905
Nags Head Treatment Center LLCSubstance Abuse252-715-6556

DOL Wage Violations in Kitty Hawk

11 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $163,222 in back wages owed to 136 employees.

11
Violations
$163,222
Back Wages Owed
136
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
Sanderling Resort and Spa 27949 1 $80,784 $1,554 52
Beach Medical Care 27949 1 $26,741 $1,215 22
KFC Yum Brands 27949 1 $21,708 $1,973 11
Haynes Furniture 27949 1 $9,496 $730 13
Wendy's #11736 Wendys Company 27949 1 $8,138 $2,713 3
Coastal Provisions 27949 1 $5,412 $601 9
Beach Realty 27949 1 $3,928 $357 11
Jimmy's Buffett 27949 1 $2,999 $375 8
Coastal Engineering & Surveying, Inc. 27949 1 $1,933 $387 5
Coastal Animal Hospital 27949 1 $1,308 $1,308 1
Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Worldwide 27949 1 $775 $775 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kitty Hawk

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY CHAPEL OUTER BANKSPO BOX 705
EMMAUS OF THE ALBEMARLE INC81 S DOGWOOD TRL
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTISTPO BOX 1146
HOLY REDEEMER BY THE SEA CATHOLIC PARISH OF KITTY HAWK301 W KITTY HAWK RD
JEWISH COMMUNITY OF THE OUTER BANKS INC4004 CREEK RD
SOLD OUT YOUTH MINISTRIES9 KINGFISHER TRL
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF THE OUTER BANKSPO BOX 1006

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kitty Hawk

What is the population of Kitty Hawk?

Kitty Hawk has a population of 3,721 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 458 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Kitty Hawk expensive to live in?

Kitty Hawk 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 $88,811, 18% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $494,200 (75% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,366 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Kitty Hawk safe?

Kitty Hawk is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,564 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Kitty Hawk receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Kitty Hawk?

Kitty Hawk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Kitty Hawk?

The unemployment rate in Kitty Hawk is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $873. There are 995 business establishments in the area, including 84 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 21.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kitty Hawk?

The median home value in Kitty Hawk is $494,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $628,054. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,366. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.4%. The average annual property tax is $2,994.

How are the schools in Kitty Hawk?

Schools in Kitty Hawk score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 42.1% of adults in Kitty Hawk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Kitty Hawk?

The obesity rate in Kitty Hawk is 29.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.6% of adults are smokers. 16.9% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 7.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 86.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,707.

What is transportation like in Kitty Hawk?

The average commute in Kitty Hawk is 25 minutes. 73% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kitty Hawk?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kitty Hawk is 86.1% White, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 92.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.6% speak Spanish. 10.4% of the population are military veterans. 6.9% of residents have a disability. 96.5% have health insurance coverage.

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