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Rocky Point, NC

North Carolina · Pender County · Wilmington Metro

Rocky Point is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,045. Residents earn $52,591 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,045 Population 151/sq mi density
$52,591 Median Income $22,396 per capita
$115,500 Home Value $361,022 Zillow
$681 Median Rent 36.2% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
220 Violent Crime/100K 3,763 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$52,591 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,500 home value, $681/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
220 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,591
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,500
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 220/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $681
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.8%
205% higher than US avg

How Rocky Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,045
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$52,591
Per Capita$22,396
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty37.8%
County GDP$2,516M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,500
Rent$681
Ownership75.2%
Zillow$361,022
Housing Units489
Rent Burden36.2%

Crime

F
Violent220/100K
Property3,763/100K

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured18.9%
Smoking16.7%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+62.9%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.77

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute37 min
Broadband67.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Rocky Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rocky Point receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Rocky Point has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rocky Point is $52,591, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 37.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rocky Point is $115,500, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rocky Point is below the national average at 220 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,763 per 100,000, 92% above the national average.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rocky Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rocky Point has a population of 1,045 with a density of 151 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. The city is predominantly White (47.9%), with 3.9% Hispanic, 13.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 72.3% of residents, while 27.7% speak Spanish. 10.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,045
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rocky Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 72.3%
8% below US avg
Spanish 27.7%
107% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rocky Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rocky Point is $52,591, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,396 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $907, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,964 business establishments, including 127 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rocky Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,591
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,396
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$82,055
Gini Index0.436 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate37.8%
205% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,964
County GDP$2,516M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare125
Retail175
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,052
16% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit12.6%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rocky Point is $115,500, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $361,022, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $681 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 489 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $4,052 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 36.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,500
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$361,022

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$681
41% below US avg
Rent Burden36.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.2%
Owner-Occupied75.2%
Renter-Occupied24.8%
Housing Units489
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,052
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.51%
In Rocky Point, 39.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 35.1% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 16.2% report binge drinking. 28.0% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 18.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,991. The dentist ratio is 1:2,739. 61.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Rocky Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.5%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Uninsured18.9%
120% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,991
Dentists1:2,739
Mental Health1:612
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death9,267/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities125
Rocky Point has a violent crime rate of 220 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,763 per 100,000, 92% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rocky Point receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Rocky Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent219.9/100K
42% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,762.5/100K
92% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents154
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Rocky Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°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 63.5 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.9 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates34.4440°N, 77.8909°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPender County County
Nearest AirportWilmington International (ILM)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.5"
67% above US avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.91"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.68"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score86.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability34.2 / 100
Community Resilience65.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
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 M3.6 125 km
Feb 11, 2014 7 km NW of Hobucken, North Carolina M2.9 149 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 1 176 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 83 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 94 km
2018 Florence Category 3 28 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 81 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 73 km
2011 Irene Category 1 116 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 70 km
2004 Alex Category 2 131 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 225 km
2004 Charley Category 1 103 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 155 km
1999 Irene Category 2 125 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 27 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 156 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 18 km
1996 Fran Category 3 33 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 18 km
1994 Gordon Category 1 212 km
1993 Emily Category 3 247 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

367 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 55 fatalities, 1,075 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 75 km 3
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 99 km 16
Feb 15, 2021 EF3 82 km 3
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 57 km 0
Nov 16, 2006 EF3 34 km 8
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 99 km 12
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 84 km 0
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 79 km 0
Aug 17, 1965 EF3 99 km 0
Mar 17, 1965 EF3 87 km 2
Apr 8, 1957 EF3 46 km 0
Oct 9, 1950 EF3 72 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 36 km 0
Aug 3, 2020 EF2 67 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 83 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 80 km 0
Nov 24, 2018 EF2 93 km 0
Sep 8, 2014 EF2 43 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 83 km 3
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 98 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 19 km
2011 JUNIPER ROAD 31,511 21 km
1994 FISH DAY 21,772 95 km
1994 UNNAMED 7,944 28 km
1985 UNNAMED 5,807 91 km
2009 CAROLINA BAY 3,056 94 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,970 21 km
1992 GREAT LAKE 2,843 87 km
2020 CRO BRIERY BRANCH C-5/6 RX 2,783 98 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,642 70 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,462 98 km
2020 TRAM ROAD/GRASSY ROAD 2,076 19 km
1993 UNNAMED 2,073 59 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,027 90 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,024 17 km
2013 WOODPECKER FIRE 2,015 86 km
2010 BURNCOMP27 1,894 85 km
2020 CRO PETTIFORD CREEK - C-29/30/31 RX 1,878 85 km
2020 CRO HUNTERS CREEK C-37 RX 1,616 84 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,602 79 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in
March 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in
June 76°F (24°C) 5.5 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 6.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in Driest
November 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in

Rocky Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and October the driest (2.7").

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Rocky Point is located in Pender County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 6.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 62.9% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.1% of the vote, a 35-point margin. 67.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 125 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.9% of workers drive alone to work, while 12.6% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.1%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents154
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+62.9%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.77
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi
CountyPender County County

Services

Broadband Access67.4%
Avg Download Speed102.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities125
Restaurants127
Retail Stores175

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit12.6%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Rocky Point. 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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$864
Toddler$780
Preschool$597
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$681
Toddler$540
Preschool$513
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Pender County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 2,104 192 $32,747 1.43
Accommodation & Food Services 1,946 142 $20,908 1.46
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,585 176 $49,869 0.75
Construction 1,274 312 $58,463 1.65
Manufacturing 687 45 $53,248 0.57
Professional & Technical Services 650 263 $77,887 0.64
Other Services 537 151 $35,896 1.21
Agriculture & Forestry 497 42 $35,688 4.18
Wholesale Trade 483 82 $60,497 0.83
Real Estate 449 115 $68,444 1.97
Arts & Entertainment 414 34 $18,620 1.68
Finance & Insurance 220 76 $70,984 0.37
Educational Services 86 18 $43,282 0.28
Information & Technology 82 29 $115,441 0.30
Mining & Oil/Gas 8 3 $99,829 0.14

Schools in Rocky Point

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Heide Trask High High 720 44 16.4:1
Cape Fear Elementary Elementary 545 37 14.7:1
Cape Fear Middle Middle 462 33 14.0:1
Rocky Point Elementary Elementary 399 37 10.8:1
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Radio Stations near Rocky Point

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 Rocky Point

13 national parks and monuments found near Rocky Point.

ParkTypeFee
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
Cliffs of the Neuse 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 Rocky Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE9102515797$883,524
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WILMINGTONCHILDREN'S MUSEUM9102543534$575,398
WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9107632634$183,019
LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM9107635869$139,420
LOWER CAPE FEAR HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$139,420
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9102562569$62,361
MILL CREEK WATERWAY RESTORATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$5
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM HOMEGENERAL MUSEUM
AIRLIE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER300 AIRLIE ROAD
BELLAMY MANSION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9102513700
BOSEMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
BURNETT-EATON MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9108151029
CAB ART GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
CAPE FEAR MUSEUM OF HISTORY & SCIENCESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM814 MARKET STREET
COUNTY OF NEW HANOVERGENERAL MUSEUM9107984370
CULTURAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
MOORES CREEK NB VISITOR CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION9102835591
MUSEUM OF WORLD CULTURESGENERAL MUSEUM9109623276
NEW HANOVER EXTENSION ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6206 OLEANDER DRIVE
NO BOUNDARIES INTERNATIONAL ART COLONYGENERAL MUSEUM9102519313
PENDER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION200 WEST BRIDGERS STREET P O BOX 13809102598543
PENDERLEA HOMESTEAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9102853490
POPLAR GROVE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM9106869518
SCOTTISH SOCIETY OF WILMINGTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9107626688
SMITH ISLAND ART LEAGUEART MUSEUM6144034486
SOUTHLAND HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9109623000
USS NORTH CAROLINA BATTLESHIP COMMISSIONGENERAL MUSEUM1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE9102515797
WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERYART MUSEUM
WWII WILMINGTON HOME FRONT HERITAGE COALITIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION120 S 2ND ST9103417860
GREATER WILMINGTON SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM9107918070$-16,391

Libraries in Rocky Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NEW HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 CHESTNUT ST0.0909,160
PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY103 S COWAN ST0.0154,829

Farmers Markets in Rocky Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market at Poplar Grove10200 US Highway 1704/01/2015 to 11/17/2015Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Ogden Park Farmers Market615 Ogden Park Dr.04/13/2016 to 11/16/2016Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Riverfront Farmers Market116 Dock St.03/23/2019 to 11/23/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market321 Causeway Drive05/05/2014 to 09/01/2014Mon: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Gas Stations in Rocky Point

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
Speedway

Breweries in Rocky Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bombers Beverage CompanyBars & Clubs, Beer Store and Bar Downtown Wilmington, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Tours, Brewery Tours108 Grace St9108335107
Broomtail Craft BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries6404 Amsterdam Way9106194622
Flytrap BrewingBrewery319 Walnut St9107692881Visit
Grand Union PubBrewers1125 Military Cutoff Rd A9102569133
Wilmington Brewing CoBrewery824 S Kerr Ave9103923315Visit

Pharmacies in Rocky Point

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ROCKY POINT PAVILION PHARMACY 7910 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 117 910-210-2030

Cell Towers in Rocky Point

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Malpass site 1484 Union Chapel Road (025020)TOWER168
1164 SAINT JOHNS CHURCHTOWER128
Moores Creek site 22430 US HWY 421TOWER128
Sutton Lake - 215 Sutton Lake Road (Sutton Lake)TOWER98
SR 1630 REV ANDRE CARR RDTOWER96

Fire Stations in Rocky Point

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Long Creek Grady Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.227 Scott RDVolunteer910-675-8460

Bridges in Rocky Point

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198220915,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19522587,600F
SlabPrestressed concrete19941145,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20099225,700F
CulvertConcrete continuous1982212,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19822242,300G
CulvertSteel1984322,000F
CulvertSteel1982241,300F

Amtrak Stations in Rocky Point

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Wilmington, NC505 Cando StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Rocky Point

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
DAK AMERICAS LLC CAPE FEAR SITE3500 DANIELS ROAD NORTHEASTBRUNSWICK

Airports Near Rocky Point

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albert J Ellis AirportOAJMedium Airport
MCAS New River / McCutcheon Field—Medium Airport
Wilmington International AirportILMMedium Airport
Aerial Spraying Service Airport—Small Airport
Bear Pen Airport—Small Airport
Bell Strip—Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airfield—Small Airport
Brocks Airport—Small Airport
Camp Davis Marine Corps Outlying Field—Small Airport
Camp Lejeune LZ Bluebird Airstrip—Small Airport
Canaan Air Base Airport—Small Airport
Cape Fear Regional Jetport / Howie Franklin Field Airport—Small Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr Field—Small Airport
Deppe Airport—Small Airport
Duplin County 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
Hood Field—Small Airport
Mitchell Field—Small Airport
Oak Grove Marine Corps Outlying Field—Small Airport
Odell Williamson Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Parker Field—Small Airport
Pilots Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Pink Hill Airport—Small Airport
Pleasant Hill Airport—Small Airport
Safe Field—Small Airport
Sampson County AirportCTZSmall Airport
Sky Manor Airport—Small Airport
Stag Air Park—Small Airport
Suter Field—Small Airport
Topsail Airpark—Small Airport
Triple F 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 Rocky Point

12 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Burgaw Police Department
Leland Town Police Department110 Division Drive
Navassa Police Department
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office316 Princess Street
North Carolina State Highway Patrol1 Station Road
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Pender County Sheriff's Office605 East Fremont Street
Pinnacle Special Police
US Marshals Services
Wilmington Police Department
Wilmington Police Department615 Bess Street
Wrightsville Beach Police Department

Grocery Stores in Rocky Point

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 14713Other7560 US Highway 117 S
Faircloth SeafoodSpecialty Store15931 NC Hwy 210
Family Dollar 11013Other7965 US Hwy 117 S
FOOD LION 2116Supermarket8057 US Highway 117 S
PMG PM 308Convenience Store13493 NC Hwy 210
PMG PM 782Convenience Store8117 US Hwy 117 S
Speedway 8189Convenience Store8221 US Highway 117 S

Post Offices in Rocky Point

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rocky Point Post Office

Treatment Centers in Rocky Point

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Helping Hand of WilmingtonBoth910-796-6868
Capeside PsychiatryBoth910-791-6767
Coastal Horizons Center IncBoth910-259-0668
Healing Place of New Hanover CountySubstance Abuse910-970-4673
Launch Pad WellnessSubstance Abuse910-769-6053
Pathways Human Services of NC - Access Family ServicesMental Health910-392-4881
Reflections of Hope LLPSubstance Abuse910-782-8752
Tree House Recovery NCSubstance Abuse910-812-1728
Wilmington Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse800-992-3671
Wilmington Treatment Center - Intensive Outpatient ProgramSubstance Abuse855-240-7361

DOL Wage Violations in Rocky Point

9 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $59,497 in back wages owed to 328 employees.

9
Violations
$59,497
Back Wages Owed
328
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
DMS Harvesting — — 28457 — 1 $29,877 $167 179
LEWIS NURSERY AND FARMS, INC. [OSHA] — LEWIS NURSERY AND FARMS INC 28457 Strawberry Farming 3 $15,203 $238 64
Lopez Harvesting, LLC. — — 28457 — 1 $5,600 $200 28
Elite Construction & Grading — — 28457 — 1 $4,059 $4,059 1
Mauro Lopez, FLC — — 28457 — 4 $2,700 $75 36
Rocky Point Animal Hospital — — 28457 — 1 $1,226 $204 6
Make Offer Auto Two — — 28457 — 1 $423 $211 2
Mauro Lopez Rojas, FLC — — 28457 — 1 $345 $31 11
New Forest Technology — — 28457 — 1 $63 $63 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rocky Point

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
2T4 MINISTRIESPO BOX 433
BELIEVERS DESTINY CHURCH INC124 SPRING CHASE LN
DIVINE FAITH & RESTORATION CHURCH INTERNATIONAL INC470 W HUCKLEBERRY WAY
NEW GROUNDS MINISTRYPO BOX 632
SALT AND LIGHT MINISTRY INC110 W TUMBLING WATERS RD
SEED OF ABRAHAM OUTREACH MINISTRIES INC16692 HWY 210
SHILOH INTERNATIONAL WORLDWIDE MINISTRIES1353 MOORETOWN RD
THROUGH HIS EYES MINISTRY109 TEEL CT
VICTORY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP12646 US HIGHWAY 117 S

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Historic Markers
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rocky Point

What is the population of Rocky Point?

Rocky Point has a population of 1,045 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 151 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Rocky Point expensive to live in?

Rocky Point 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 $52,591, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,500 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rocky Point safe?

Rocky Point is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 220 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,763 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rocky Point receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rocky Point?

Rocky Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Rocky Point?

Rocky Point has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $907. There are 1,964 business establishments in the area, including 127 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rocky Point?

The median home value in Rocky Point is $115,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $361,022. For renters, the median monthly rent is $681. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,052.

How are the schools in Rocky Point?

Schools in Rocky Point score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 6.9% of adults in Rocky Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.9% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rocky Point?

The obesity rate in Rocky Point is 39.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 28.0% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 18.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 61.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,991.

What is transportation like in Rocky Point?

The average commute in Rocky Point is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.9% of workers drive alone to work, 12.6% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rocky Point?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rocky Point is 47.9% White, 13.2% Black or African American, 3.9% Hispanic or Latino. 72.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 27.7% speak Spanish. 10.0% of the population are military veterans. 17.2% of residents have a disability. 84.4% have health insurance coverage.

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