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Sea Breeze, NC

North Carolina · New Hanover County · Wilmington Metro

Sea Breeze is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,731. Residents earn $57,379 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,731 Population 931/sq mi density
$57,379 Median Income $54,888 per capita
$398,800 Home Value $592,506 Zillow
64°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
248 Violent Crime/100K 4,262 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,379 median income, 0.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$398,800 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
248 violent crimes/100K (35% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,379
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $398,800
41% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 248/100K
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

How Sea Breeze Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,731
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density931/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,379
Per Capita$54,888
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$21,041M
Commute28 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$398,800
Ownership88.7%
Zillow$592,506
Housing Units848
Rent Burden31.7%

Crime

F
Violent248/100K
Property4,262/100K

Health

Obesity29.9%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking11.6%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain65.1 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation8 ft (2 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+9.3%
School Score6.21

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute28 min
Broadband95.2%
EV Stations4
Libraries4

Is Sea Breeze a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sea Breeze receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Sea Breeze has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sea Breeze is $57,379, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sea Breeze is $398,800, 41% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Sea Breeze is below the national average at 248 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,262 per 100,000, 117% above the national average.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sea Breeze 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.

Sea Breeze has a population of 1,731 with a density of 931 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 5% Hispanic, 10.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.1% of residents, while 8.9% speak Spanish. 11.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,731
Total Population
931
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sea Breeze vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish 8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sea Breeze vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sea Breeze is $57,379, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,888 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,185, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% 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 28 minutes. 16.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Sea Breeze vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,379
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,888
Avg Weekly Wage$1,185
IRS Avg AGI$102,810
Gini Index0.485 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,216
County GDP$21,041M

Business (County)

Restaurants821
Healthcare908
Retail1,119
Manufacturing204

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sea Breeze is $398,800, 41% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $592,506, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 88.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 848 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). 31.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$398,800
41% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$592,506
Median List Price$356,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$356,000
$/Sq Ft$322
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.5%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.7%
Owner-Occupied88.7%
Renter-Occupied11.3%
Housing Units848
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Sea Breeze, 29.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 29.7% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 20.2% report binge drinking. 18.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% 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: Sea Breeze vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.6%
17% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,085
Dentists1:1,205
Mental Health1:169
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits69.5%
Premature Death8,454/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities908
Sea Breeze has a violent crime rate of 248 per 100,000 residents, 35% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,262 per 100,000, 117% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sea Breeze receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Sea Breeze vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent247.8/100K
35% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,262.4/100K
117% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sea Breeze 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 8 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density931/sq mi
Coordinates34.0675°N, 77.8923°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyNew Hanover County County
Nearest AirportWilmington International (ILM)
14 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 Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

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

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score96.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability19.0 / 100
Community Resilience90.2 / 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)

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 1 148 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 59 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 61 km
2018 Florence Category 3 4 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 50 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 55 km
2011 Irene Category 1 110 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 41 km
2004 Alex Category 2 105 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 198 km
2004 Charley Category 1 80 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 178 km
1999 Irene Category 2 87 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 31 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 121 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 19 km
1996 Fran Category 3 21 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 27 km
1994 Gordon Category 1 195 km
1993 Emily Category 3 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

260 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 19 fatalities, 394 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 15, 2021 EF3 60 km 3
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 88 km 0
Nov 16, 2006 EF3 44 km 8
Aug 17, 1965 EF3 76 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF3 87 km 0
Oct 9, 1950 EF3 66 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 72 km 0
Aug 3, 2020 EF2 25 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 58 km 0
Sep 8, 2014 EF2 85 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 98 km 1
Apr 6, 2009 EF2 77 km 0
Mar 28, 2009 EF2 89 km 0
Aug 13, 2004 EF2 37 km 3
Jul 6, 2001 EF2 100 km 0
Apr 15, 1999 EF2 98 km 0
Apr 15, 1996 EF2 93 km 0
Apr 15, 1996 EF2 95 km 0
Apr 15, 1996 EF2 95 km 0
Nov 7, 1995 EF2 78 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 50 km
2011 JUNIPER ROAD 31,511 54 km
2009 HIGHWAY 31 17,004 93 km
1994 UNNAMED 7,944 70 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,970 58 km
2001 UNNAMED 2,204 85 km
2020 TRAM ROAD/GRASSY ROAD 2,076 48 km
1993 UNNAMED 2,073 25 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,024 27 km
2014 SHAKEN CREEK 1,469 63 km
2016 CLEMMONS ROAD 1,468 27 km
2011 SR8 1,311 65 km
2011 WOLF ISLAND 1,310 44 km
2022 JUNIPER ROAD TWO 1,307 56 km
1993 UNNAMED 1,293 56 km
2010 BURNCOMP43 1,259 77 km
2008 EDNA BUCK ROAD 1,256 32 km
2007 UNNAMED 1,201 88 km
1988 UNNAMED 1,077 95 km
2010 BURNCOMP48 1,061 76 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

Sea Breeze 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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Sea Breeze is located in New Hanover County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 25.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 24% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below 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. 95.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 908 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.9% 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 Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
School Test Score6.21
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density931/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyNew Hanover County County

Services

Broadband Access95.2%
Avg Download Speed172.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed43.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities908
Restaurants821
Retail Stores1,119

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%
Average costs for common services in Sea Breeze. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
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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)
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)
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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 Sea Breeze

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 Sea Breeze

12 national parks and monuments found near Sea Breeze.

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
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 Sea Breeze

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LOUISE WELLS CAMERON ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM9103955999$2,881,431
BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE9102515797$883,524
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WILMINGTONCHILDREN'S MUSEUM9102543534$575,398
SMITH ISLAND MUSEUM OF HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM9104577481$272,249
WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9107632634$183,019
LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM9107635869$139,420
LOWER CAPE FEAR HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$139,420
NORTH CAROLINA MARITIME MUSEUM AT SOUTHPORTGENERAL MUSEUM204 E MOORE STREET9104570003$119,444
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9102562569$62,361
SOUTHPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY 119 DAVIS STHISTORIC PRESERVATION318 E NASH ST9104570575$18,779
OAK ISLAND LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$11,540
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM HOMEGENERAL MUSEUM
AIRLIE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER300 AIRLIE ROAD
BELLAMY MANSION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9102513700
BOSEMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
BURNETT-EATON MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9108151029
CAB ART GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
CAPE FEAR MUSEUM OF HISTORY & SCIENCESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM814 MARKET STREET
COUNTY OF NEW HANOVERGENERAL MUSEUM9107984370
CULTURAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
FEDERAL POINT HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1121-A N LAKE PARK BLVD9104580502
FEDERAL POINT HISTORY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9104580502
MUSEUM OF WORLD CULTURESGENERAL MUSEUM9109623276
NEW HANOVER EXTENSION ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6206 OLEANDER DRIVE
NO BOUNDARIES INTERNATIONAL ART COLONYGENERAL MUSEUM9102519313
NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM AT FORT FISHERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION900 LOGGERHEAD ROAD9104588257
SCOTTISH SOCIETY OF WILMINGTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9107626688
SMITH ISLAND ART LEAGUEART MUSEUM6144034486
SOUTHLAND HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPIRIT OF NORTH CAROLINAGENERAL MUSEUM9103500265
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9109623000
USS NORTH CAROLINA BATTLESHIP COMMISSIONGENERAL MUSEUM1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE9102515797
WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERYART MUSEUM
WWII WILMINGTON HOME FRONT HERITAGE COALITIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION120 S 2ND ST9103417860
GREATER WILMINGTON SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM9107918070$-16,391

Libraries in Sea Breeze

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NEW HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 CHESTNUT ST0.0909,160
BRUNSWICK COUNTY LIBRARY109 W MOORE ST0.0265,286

Farmers Markets in Sea Breeze

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carolina Beach Farmer's MarketLake Park Blvd at Atlanta Ave05/17/2014 to 10/04/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
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
Southport Waterfront Market111 S. Davis Street05/01/2013 to 09/25/2013Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market321 Causeway Drive05/05/2014 to 09/01/2014Mon: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Gas Stations in Sea Breeze

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K

Breweries in Sea Breeze

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
Check Six Brewing CoBrewers, Doctors Physicians & Surgeons5130 Southport Supply Rd S E9104544032, 9104779280
Check Six Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries5130 Southport Supply Rd19104779280
Cody's IiiBrewers6485 Carolina Beach Rd9103977700
Flytrap BrewingBrewery319 Walnut St9107692881Visit
Good Hops BrewingFood & Drink, Breweries811 Harper Avenue At Dow Rd7067131594
Grand Union PubBrewers1125 Military Cutoff Rd A9102569133
Wilmington Brewing CoBrewery824 S Kerr Ave9103923315Visit

Cell Towers in Sea Breeze

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Sutton Lake - 215 Sutton Lake Road (Sutton Lake)TOWER98

Bridges in Sea Breeze

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19622,06026,000F
SlabPrestressed concrete20043005,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20181205,400G

Amtrak Stations in Sea Breeze

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Wilmington, NC505 Cando StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Sea Breeze

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CPI USA NORTH CAROLINA - SOUTHPORT PLANT1281 POWER HOUSE DR SEBRUNSWICK

Airports Near Sea Breeze

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
MCAS New River / McCutcheon Field—Medium Airport
Wilmington International AirportILMMedium 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
Elkins Field—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
Winnabow Airport—Small Airport
Yonder Airport—Small Airport
Zombie Air Force Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Sea Breeze

17 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bald Head Island Public Safety273 Edward Teach Extension
Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department9 East Boiling Spring Road
Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department3020 George II Highway
Carolina Beach Police Department
Caswell Beach Police Department
Kure Beach Police Department
Kure Beach 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
Oak Island Police Department4621 East Oak Island Drive
Pinnacle Special Police
US Marshals Services
Wilmington Police Department
Wilmington Police Department615 Bess Street
Wrightsville Beach Police Department

Grocery Stores in Sea Breeze

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 2720437Convenience Store6759 Carolina Beach Rd

Treatment Centers in Sea Breeze

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Helping Hand of WilmingtonBoth910-796-6868
Capeside PsychiatryBoth910-791-6767
Coastal Horizons Center IncBoth910-343-0145
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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sea Breeze

What is the population of Sea Breeze?

Sea Breeze has a population of 1,731 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 931 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Sea Breeze expensive to live in?

Sea Breeze 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 $57,379, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $398,800 (41% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Sea Breeze safe?

Sea Breeze is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 248 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,262 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sea Breeze receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sea Breeze?

Sea Breeze 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 Sea Breeze?

The job market in Sea Breeze is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / 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 28 minutes, and 16.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sea Breeze?

The median home value in Sea Breeze is $398,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $592,506. The homeownership rate is 88.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,918.

How are the schools in Sea Breeze?

Schools in Sea Breeze score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.7% of adults in Sea Breeze hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sea Breeze?

The obesity rate in Sea Breeze is 29.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 18.2% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance. 95.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,085.

What is transportation like in Sea Breeze?

The average commute in Sea Breeze is 28 minutes. 80.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sea Breeze?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sea Breeze is 82.7% White, 10.2% Black or African American, 5% Hispanic or Latino. 91.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.9% speak Spanish. 11.2% of the population are military veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability. 87.8% have health insurance coverage.

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