Myrtle Grove, NC

North Carolina · New Hanover County · Wilmington Metro

Myrtle Grove is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 12,404. Residents earn $112,139 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0

B+ Good

12,404 Population 1,849/sq mi density

$112,139 Median Income $49,375 per capita

$398,600 Home Value $408,845 Zillow

$1,523 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent

64°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr

675 Violent Crime/100K 4,560 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.9 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$112,139 median income, 1.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.7 / 5.0

$398,600 home value, $1,523/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

675 violent crimes/100K (78% above avg)

A+

Education

4.7 / 5.0

46.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $112,139

49% higher than US avg

Home Value $398,600

41% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 675/100K

78% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 46.5%

38% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,523

31% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.6%

11% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.7%

53% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.5%

88% lower than US avg

How Myrtle Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,404

Median Age41.7 yrs

Density1,849/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans10.6%

Economy

A+

Median Income$112,139

Per Capita$49,375

Unemployment1.7%

Poverty1.5%

County GDP$21,041M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$398,600

Rent$1,523

Ownership82.8%

Zillow$408,845

Housing Units4,861

Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

Violent675/100K

Property4,560/100K

Health

Obesity28.6%

Uninsured7.1%

Smoking10.5%

Depression25.7%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain65.1 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation24 ft (7 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+46.5%

High School+94.2%

Graduate+16.0%

School Score6.21

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%

Commute21 min

Broadband96.4%

EV Stations37

Libraries4

Is Myrtle Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Myrtle Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Myrtle Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Myrtle Grove is $112,139, which is significantly higher than the national average / 49% above $75,149. This places Myrtle Grove among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Myrtle Grove is $398,600, 41% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,523 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x 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

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Myrtle Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Myrtle Grove has a population of 12,404 with a density of 1,849 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 5.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.8% of residents. 10.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,404

Total Population

1,849

People / sq mi

41.7yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

7.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Myrtle Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.8%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.2%

76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Myrtle Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Myrtle Grove is $112,139, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,375 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,185, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11,216 business establishments, including 821 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 21.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Myrtle Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$112,139
	49% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$49,375
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,185
IRS Avg AGI	$102,810
Gini Index	0.485 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.7%
	53% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.5%
	88% below US avg
Establishments (County)	11,216
County GDP	$21,041M

Business (County)

Restaurants	821
Healthcare	908
Retail	1,119
Manufacturing	204

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,918
	41% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.4 min
Drive Alone	74.1%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Myrtle Grove is $398,600, 41% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,845. Homes sell for 99.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,523 (31% 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. 82.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,861 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1997. The average annual property tax is $4,918 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$398,600
	41% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$408,845
Median List Price	$544,982

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$544,982
$/Sq Ft	$262
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.1%
Price Drops	24.6%
Inventory	57

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,523
	31% above US avg
Rent Burden	26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	82.8%
Owner-Occupied	82.8%
Renter-Occupied	17.2%
Housing Units	4,861
Median Year Built	1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,918
	41% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.23%

In Myrtle Grove, 28.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 28.5% have high blood pressure. 10.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.6% report binge drinking. 16.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,085. The dentist ratio is 1:1,205. 95.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Myrtle Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.6%
	11% below US avg
Diabetes	7.5%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	28.5%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	4.8%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.5%
	25% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	16.9%
Depression	25.7%
Mental Distress	16.2%
Physical Distress	9.9%
Short Sleep	30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.4%
Uninsured	7.1%
	17% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,085
Dentists	1:1,205
Mental Health	1:169
Checkup Rate	77.8%
Dental Visits	72.5%
Premature Death	8,454/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	95.4%
Healthcare Facilities	908

Myrtle Grove 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 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Myrtle Grove receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Myrtle Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	675.4/100K
	78% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	4,560.1/100K
	133% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Myrtle Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°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 65.1 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 24 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	64.1°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	24 ft (7 m)
Area	7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²)
Population Density	1,849/sq mi
Coordinates	34.1269°N, 77.8889°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	New Hanover County County
Nearest Airport	Wilmington International (ILM) 10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.1"

71% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 7.20"

Driest Month (Apr) 2.99"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0423 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	96.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	19.0 / 100
Community Resilience	90.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively High

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	148 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	152 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	62 km
2019	Dorian	Category 3	66 km
2018	Florence	Category 3	3 km
2016	Matthew	Category 2	56 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	56 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	110 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	44 km
2004	Alex	Category 2	109 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	202 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	83 km
2003	Isabel	Category 2	174 km
1999	Irene	Category 2	93 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	38 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	126 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	22 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	27 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	21 km
1994	Gordon	Category 1	197 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	250 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

279 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 19 fatalities, 386 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Feb 15, 2021	EF3	62 km	3
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	82 km	0
Nov 16, 2006	EF3	40 km	8
Aug 17, 1965	EF3	79 km	0
Apr 8, 1957	EF3	80 km	0
Oct 9, 1950	EF3	66 km	0
Aug 7, 2024	EF2	66 km	0
Aug 3, 2020	EF2	32 km	0
Sep 5, 2019	EF2	97 km	0
Sep 5, 2019	EF2	61 km	0
Sep 8, 2014	EF2	78 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF2	94 km	1
Apr 16, 2011	EF2	99 km	0
Apr 6, 2009	EF2	73 km	0
Mar 28, 2009	EF2	85 km	0
Aug 13, 2004	EF2	30 km	3
Apr 15, 1999	EF2	92 km	0
Apr 15, 1996	EF2	88 km	0
Apr 15, 1996	EF2	86 km	0
Apr 15, 1996	EF2	88 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	44 km
2011	JUNIPER ROAD	31,511	48 km
2009	HIGHWAY 31	17,004	95 km
1994	UNNAMED	7,944	63 km
1985	UNNAMED	2,970	52 km
1986	UNNAMED	2,642	95 km
2001	UNNAMED	2,204	88 km
2020	TRAM ROAD/GRASSY ROAD	2,076	42 km
1993	UNNAMED	2,073	29 km
1986	UNNAMED	2,024	21 km
2014	SHAKEN CREEK	1,469	57 km
2016	CLEMMONS ROAD	1,468	30 km
2009	UNNAMED	1,319	96 km
2011	SR8	1,311	59 km
2011	WOLF ISLAND	1,310	38 km
2022	JUNIPER ROAD TWO	1,307	50 km
1993	UNNAMED	1,293	49 km
2010	BURNCOMP43	1,259	72 km
2008	EDNA BUCK ROAD	1,256	26 km
2007	UNNAMED	1,201	83 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	46°F (8°C)	4.5 in	Coldest
February	48°F (9°C)	3.9 in
March	55°F (13°C)	4.2 in
April	62°F (17°C)	3.0 in	Driest
May	70°F (21°C)	4.2 in
June	76°F (25°C)	5.4 in
July	82°F (28°C)	7.2 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	79°F (26°C)	7.2 in
September	74°F (24°C)	7.1 in
October	65°F (18°C)	3.3 in
November	57°F (14°C)	3.3 in
December	49°F (9°C)	3.9 in

Myrtle Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 46°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.2") and April the driest (3.0").

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Myrtle Grove is located in New Hanover County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 46.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 38% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 16.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 49.8% of the vote, a 0.6-point margin. 96.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 37 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 908 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%

D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	46.5%
	38% above US avg
High School+	94.2%
Graduate Degree+	16.0%
School Test Score	6.21

A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,849/sq mi
Total Area	7.2 sq mi
County	New Hanover County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.4%
Avg Download Speed	172.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	43.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	37
Alt Fuel Stations	41
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	908
Restaurants	821
Retail Stores	1,119

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.4 min
Drive Alone	74.1%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	21.4%

Average costs for common services in Myrtle Grove. 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	$966
Toddler	$751
Preschool	$579
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$795
Toddler	$679
Preschool	$679

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in New Hanover County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	22,549	1,117	$68,780	1.21
Accommodation & Food Services	17,416	920	$25,213	1.47
Retail Trade	15,898	1,143	$40,344	1.22
Professional & Technical Services	10,282	1,951	$100,748	1.13
Construction	9,886	1,157	$69,876	1.44
Administrative & Waste Services	7,608	761	$50,412	0.99
Manufacturing	6,089	252	$88,233	0.57
Other Services	4,574	886	$42,545	1.16
Wholesale Trade	4,048	526	$84,432	0.79
Finance & Insurance	3,856	598	$110,075	0.73
Transportation & Warehousing	3,643	214	$57,250	0.66
Real Estate	2,962	769	$59,101	1.46
Information & Technology	2,441	287	$120,358	1.00
Arts & Entertainment	2,376	208	$29,672	1.08
Educational Services	1,473	145	$38,703	0.55
Management of Companies	500	64	$81,392	0.23
Utilities	317	22	$117,239	0.64
Unclassified	16	34	$111,011	0.09

Radio Stations near Myrtle Grove

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 Myrtle Grove

12 national parks and monuments found near Myrtle Grove.

Park	Type	Fee
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
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 Myrtle Grove

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LOUISE WELLS CAMERON ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		9103955999	$2,881,431
BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE	9102515797	$883,524
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WILMINGTON	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		9102543534	$575,398
SMITH ISLAND MUSEUM OF HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM		9104577481	$272,249
WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9107632634	$183,019
LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES	GENERAL MUSEUM		9107635869	$139,420
LOWER CAPE FEAR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$139,420
NORTH CAROLINA MARITIME MUSEUM AT SOUTHPORT	GENERAL MUSEUM	204 E MOORE STREET	9104570003	$119,444
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9102562569	$62,361
SOUTHPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY 119 DAVIS ST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	318 E NASH ST	9104570575	$18,779
OAK ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$11,540
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM HOME	GENERAL MUSEUM
AIRLIE GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	300 AIRLIE ROAD
BELLAMY MANSION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9102513700
BOSEMAN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9109623000
BURNETT-EATON MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9108151029
CAB ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9109623000
CAPE FEAR MUSEUM OF HISTORY & SCIENCE	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	814 MARKET STREET
COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9107984370
CULTURAL ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9109623000
FEDERAL POINT HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1121-A N LAKE PARK BLVD	9104580502
FEDERAL POINT HISTORY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9104580502
MUSEUM OF WORLD CULTURES	GENERAL MUSEUM		9109623276
NEW HANOVER EXTENSION ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	6206 OLEANDER DRIVE
NO BOUNDARIES INTERNATIONAL ART COLONY	GENERAL MUSEUM		9102519313
NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM AT FORT FISHER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	900 LOGGERHEAD ROAD	9104588257
POPLAR GROVE FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		9106869518
SCOTTISH SOCIETY OF WILMINGTON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9107626688
SMITH ISLAND ART LEAGUE	ART MUSEUM		6144034486
SOUTHLAND HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPIRIT OF NORTH CAROLINA	GENERAL MUSEUM		9103500265
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9109623000
USS NORTH CAROLINA BATTLESHIP COMMISSION	GENERAL MUSEUM	1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE	9102515797
WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
WWII WILMINGTON HOME FRONT HERITAGE COALITION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	120 S 2ND ST	9103417860
GREATER WILMINGTON SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		9107918070	$-16,391

Libraries in Myrtle Grove

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
NEW HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 CHESTNUT ST	0.0	909,160
BRUNSWICK COUNTY LIBRARY	109 W MOORE ST	0.0	265,286

Farmers Markets in Myrtle Grove

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Carolina Beach Farmer's Market	Lake Park Blvd at Atlanta Ave	05/17/2014 to 10/04/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Farmers' Market at Poplar Grove	10200 US Highway 17	04/01/2015 to 11/17/2015	Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Ogden Park Farmers Market	615 Ogden Park Dr.	04/13/2016 to 11/16/2016	Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Riverfront Farmers Market	116 Dock St.	03/23/2019 to 11/23/2019	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Southport Waterfront Market	111 S. Davis Street	05/01/2013 to 09/25/2013	Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market	321 Causeway Drive	05/05/2014 to 09/01/2014	Mon: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Myrtle Grove

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bombers Beverage Company	Bars & Clubs, Beer Store and Bar Downtown Wilmington, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Tours, Brewery Tours	108 Grace St	9108335107
Broomtail Craft Brewery	Bars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries	6404 Amsterdam Way	9106194622
Check Six Brewing Co	Brewers, Doctors Physicians & Surgeons	5130 Southport Supply Rd S E	9104544032, 9104779280
Check Six Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	5130 Southport Supply Rd	19104779280
Cody's Iii	Brewers	6485 Carolina Beach Rd	9103977700
Flytrap Brewing	Brewery	319 Walnut St	9107692881	Visit
Good Hops Brewing	Food & Drink, Breweries	811 Harper Avenue At Dow Rd	7067131594
Grand Union Pub	Brewers	1125 Military Cutoff Rd A	9102569133
Wilmington Brewing Co	Brewery	824 S Kerr Ave	9103923315	Visit

Cell Towers in Myrtle Grove

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Sutton Lake - 215 Sutton Lake Road (Sutton Lake)	TOWER	98

Bridges in Myrtle Grove

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Slab	Prestressed concrete	1976	46	12,000	F

Amtrak Stations in Myrtle Grove

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Wilmington, NC	505 Cando Street	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Myrtle Grove

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CPI USA NORTH CAROLINA - SOUTHPORT PLANT	1281 POWER HOUSE DR SE	BRUNSWICK
DAK AMERICAS LLC CAPE FEAR SITE	3500 DANIELS ROAD NORTHEAST	BRUNSWICK

Airports Near Myrtle Grove

26 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Albert J Ellis Airport	OAJ	Medium Airport
MCAS New River / McCutcheon Field	—	Medium Airport
Wilmington International Airport	ILM	Medium Airport
Bear Pen Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airfield	—	Small Airport
Camp Davis Marine Corps Outlying Field	—	Small Airport
Camp Lejeune LZ Bluebird Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Cape Fear Regional Jetport / Howie Franklin Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr Field	—	Small Airport
Deppe 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
Odell Williamson Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pilots Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Safe Field	—	Small Airport
Sky Manor Airport	—	Small Airport
Stag Air Park	—	Small Airport
Topsail 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 Myrtle Grove

16 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department	9 East Boiling Spring Road
Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department	3020 George II Highway
Carolina Beach Police Department
Caswell Beach Police Department
Kure Beach Police Department
Kure Beach Police Department
Leland Town Police Department	110 Division Drive
Navassa Police Department
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office	316 Princess Street
North Carolina State Highway Patrol	1 Station Road
Oak Island Police Department	4621 East Oak Island Drive
Pinnacle Special Police
US Marshals Services
Wilmington Police Department
Wilmington Police Department	615 Bess Street
Wrightsville Beach Police Department

Grocery Stores in Myrtle Grove

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CVS PHARMACY 4298	Other	6435 Carolina Beach Rd
Dollar General 24106	Other	605 S Ridge Blvd
FOOD LION 909	Supermarket	6400 Carolina Beach Rd
Golden Road Family Fare 268	Convenience Store	6347 Carolina Beach Rd
Han-dee Hugo's 26	Convenience Store	5629 Carolina Beach Rd
Harris Teeter 096	Super Store	5920 Carolina Beach Rd
Papa Murphy's Pizza NC018	Specialty Store	5954 Carolina Beach Rd
Scotchman 3096	Convenience Store	4101 Masonboro Loop Rd
Scotchman 3323	Convenience Store	5325 S College Rd
Scotchman 3326	Convenience Store	6427 Carolina Beach Rd
Seaview Crab Company	Specialty Store	6458 Carolina Beach Rd
Sheetz 878	Convenience Store	6401 Carolina Beach Rd
Speedway 8188	Convenience Store	6234 Carolina Beach Rd
Walgreens 12853	Other	5900 Carolina Beach Rd

Post Offices in Myrtle Grove

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Myrtle Grove Post Office

Treatment Centers in Myrtle Grove

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A Helping Hand of Wilmington	Both	910-796-6868
Capeside Psychiatry	Both	910-791-6767
Coastal Horizons Center Inc	Both	910-343-0145
Healing Place of New Hanover County	Substance Abuse	910-970-4673
Launch Pad Wellness	Substance Abuse	910-769-6053
Pathways Human Services of NC - Access Family Services	Mental Health	910-392-4881
Reflections of Hope LLP	Substance Abuse	910-782-8752
Tree House Recovery NC	Substance Abuse	910-812-1728
Wilmington Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	800-992-3671
Wilmington Treatment Center - Intensive Outpatient Program	Substance Abuse	855-240-7361

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Frequently Asked Questions About Myrtle Grove

What is the population of Myrtle Grove?

Myrtle Grove has a population of 12,404 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,849 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Myrtle Grove expensive to live in?

Myrtle Grove 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 $112,139, 49% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $398,600 (41% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,523 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Myrtle Grove safe?

Public safety is a concern in Myrtle Grove, 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, Myrtle Grove receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Myrtle Grove?

Myrtle Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Myrtle Grove?

The job market in Myrtle Grove is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,185. There are 11,216 business establishments in the area, including 821 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 21.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Myrtle Grove?

The median home value in Myrtle Grove is $398,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,845. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,523. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 82.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,918.

How are the schools in Myrtle Grove?

Schools in Myrtle Grove score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 46.5% of adults in Myrtle Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 16.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Myrtle Grove?

The obesity rate in Myrtle Grove is 28.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.5% of adults are smokers. 16.9% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 7.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 95.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,085.

What is transportation like in Myrtle Grove?

The average commute in Myrtle Grove is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Myrtle Grove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Myrtle Grove is 90.3% White, 5.1% Black or African American. 96.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish. 10.6% of the population are military veterans. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Silver Lake, NC 6,242 pop · 1.6 mi Sea Breeze, NC 1,731 pop · 4.1 mi Wilmington, NC 118,578 pop · 5.7 mi Carolina Beach, NC 6,665 pop · 5.9 mi Wrightsville Beach, NC 2,679 pop · 7.9 mi Belville, NC 3,183 pop · 8.8 mi Kure Beach, NC 2,323 pop · 8.9 mi Kings Grant, NC 9,061 pop · 9.7 mi Ogden, NC 8,363 pop · 11.0 mi Leland, NC 26,307 pop · 11.1 mi Wrightsboro, NC 5,434 pop · 11.3 mi Murraysville, NC 17,307 pop · 11.7 mi Boiling Spring Lakes, NC 6,206 pop · 12.1 mi Bayshore, NC 2,870 pop · 12.2 mi

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