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Kure Beach, NC
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Kure Beach, NC
At a Glance
How Kure Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kure Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kure Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kure Beach residents earn a median household income of $102,292 , which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,673. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,216 business establishments, including 821 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kure Beach is $633,800 , 125% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $745,017. Median rent is $1,373/month, with 31.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.
Safety & Crime
Kure Beach reports 248 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 35% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,262/100K.
Education
50.7% of adults in Kure Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% above the national average). 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kure Beach has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.