Ocean Isle Beach, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Horry County County
Ocean Isle Beach, NC
At a Glance
How Ocean Isle Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ocean Isle Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ocean Isle Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ocean Isle Beach residents earn a median household income of $99,231 , which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $80,685. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,484 business establishments, including 1,398 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ocean Isle Beach is $754,300 , 168% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $532,537. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1994.
Safety & Crime
Ocean Isle Beach reports 98 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,042/100K.
Education
64.4% of adults in Ocean Isle Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% above the national average). 98.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ocean Isle Beach has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches.