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North Topsail Beach, NC
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North Topsail Beach, NC
At a Glance
How North Topsail Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Topsail Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Topsail Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Topsail Beach residents earn a median household income of $106,818 , which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $76,475. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,377 business establishments, including 418 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Topsail Beach is $453,500 , 61% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $509,032. Median rent is $1,208/month, with 27.5% 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 1991.
Safety & Crime
North Topsail Beach reports 682 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,139/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
52.7% of adults in North Topsail Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above the national average). 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
North Topsail Beach has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.