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Southport, NC

North Carolina · Horry County · Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach Metro

Southport is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,143. Residents earn $82,792 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,143 Population 1,020/sq mi density
$82,792 Median Income $44,320 per capita
$394,900 Home Value $400,422 Zillow
$1,468 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
101 Violent Crime/100K 2,449 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,792 median income, 0.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$394,900 home value, $1,468/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
101 violent crimes/100K (73% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,792
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $394,900
40% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 101/100K
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,468
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,143
Median Age63.0 yrs
Density1,020/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,792
Per Capita$44,320
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$22,774M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$394,900
Rent$1,468
Ownership78.5%
Zillow$400,422
Housing Units2,267
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

F
Violent101/100K
Property2,449/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault25/100K
Burglary151/100K

Health

Obesity31.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking11.7%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+11.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband92.3%
EV Stations5
Libraries12

Is Southport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southport receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Southport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southport is $82,792, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southport is $394,900, 40% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,468 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Southport is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,449 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Southport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Southport has a population of 4,143 with a density of 1,020 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 63.0 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 7.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 13.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.9% of residents have a disability. 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,143
Total Population
1,020
People / sq mi
63.0yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Southport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Southport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southport is $82,792, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,320 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $924, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12,484 business establishments, including 1,398 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 19.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Southport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,792
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,320
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$67,849
Gini Index0.448 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,484
County GDP$22,774M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,398
Healthcare896
Retail1,849
Manufacturing171

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone68.1%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home19.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Southport is $394,900, 40% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $400,422. Homes sell for 97.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,468 (26% 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. 78.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,267 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2000. The average annual property tax is $3,541. 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$394,900
40% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$400,422
Median List Price$675,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$675,000
$/Sq Ft$263
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops20.6%
Inventory68

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,468
26% above US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.5%
Owner-Occupied78.5%
Renter-Occupied21.5%
Housing Units2,267
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,541
1% above US avg
Effective Rate0.90%
In Southport, 31.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 11.7% are current smokers. 18.1% report binge drinking. 18.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,603. The dentist ratio is 1:2,336. 78.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Southport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,603
Dentists1:2,336
Mental Health1:554
Checkup Rate78.9%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death11,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities896
Southport has a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, 73% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 25.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 75.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,449 per 100,000, 25% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,272, burglary at 151, vehicle theft at 25 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 78 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Southport receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent101.0/100K
73% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape75.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault25.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,448.9/100K
25% above US avg
Burglary151.5/100K
Theft2,272.2/100K
Vehicle Theft25.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78
Traffic Accidents38
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Southport enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 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 54.6 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 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density1,020/sq mi
Coordinates33.9333°N, 78.0085°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyHorry County County
Nearest AirportWilmington International (ILM)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.6"
44% above US avg
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.68"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.99"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0446 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score98.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability65.4 / 100
Community Resilience66.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively 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 1 131 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 46 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 60 km
2018 Florence Category 2 19 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 31 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 60 km
2011 Irene Category 1 122 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 46 km
2004 Alex Category 2 109 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 181 km
2004 Charley Category 1 66 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 196 km
1999 Irene Category 2 82 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 15 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 117 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 29 km
1996 Fran Category 3 4 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 38 km
1994 Gordon Category 1 201 km
1993 Emily Category 3 266 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

239 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 16 fatalities, 335 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 15, 2021 EF3 46 km 3
Nov 16, 2006 EF3 50 km 8
Aug 17, 1965 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF3 100 km 0
Oct 9, 1950 EF3 61 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 84 km 0
Aug 3, 2020 EF2 11 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 44 km 0
Sep 8, 2014 EF2 100 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 98 km 1
Apr 6, 2009 EF2 78 km 0
Mar 28, 2009 EF2 91 km 0
Aug 13, 2004 EF2 53 km 3
Jul 6, 2001 EF2 85 km 0
Nov 7, 1995 EF2 74 km 0
Nov 7, 1995 EF2 97 km 0
Jul 1, 1990 EF2 77 km 0
Jun 2, 1985 EF2 94 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF2 91 km 0
Jun 7, 1983 EF2 91 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 68 km
2011 JUNIPER ROAD 31,511 72 km
2009 HIGHWAY 31 17,004 79 km
1994 UNNAMED 7,944 85 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,970 76 km
2001 UNNAMED 2,204 71 km
2020 TRAM ROAD/GRASSY ROAD 2,076 66 km
1993 UNNAMED 2,073 11 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,024 45 km
2002 LEGENDS 1,666 93 km
2014 SHAKEN CREEK 1,469 81 km
2016 CLEMMONS ROAD 1,468 17 km
2011 SR8 1,311 83 km
2011 WOLF ISLAND 1,310 62 km
2022 JUNIPER ROAD TWO 1,307 74 km
1993 UNNAMED 1,293 73 km
2010 BURNCOMP43 1,259 96 km
2008 EDNA BUCK ROAD 1,256 49 km
1988 UNNAMED 1,077 81 km
2010 BURNCOMP48 1,061 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
March 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
April 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
June 76°F (25°C) 5.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
September 75°F (24°C) 7.7 in Wettest
October 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
December 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in

Southport has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.7") and April the driest (3.0").

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Southport is located in Horry County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 34.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.8% of the vote, a 38.6-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 896 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.1% of workers drive alone to work, while 2% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 38.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78
Traffic Accidents38
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+11.4%
School Test Score5.46
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,020/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi
CountyHorry County County

Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Avg Download Speed198.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed40.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities896
Restaurants1,398
Retail Stores1,849

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone68.1%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home19.6%
Average costs for common services in Southport. 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)
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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$861
Toddler$801
Preschool$784
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$596
Toddler$596
Preschool$577
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Horry County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 31,021 1,432 $28,114 2.36
Retail Trade 26,179 1,808 $35,857 1.81
Health Care & Social Assistance 15,351 1,136 $64,370 0.74
Construction 9,218 1,305 $63,874 1.22
Administrative & Waste Services 8,525 816 $46,421 1.00
Arts & Entertainment 5,282 280 $27,072 2.17
Professional & Technical Services 4,932 1,527 $75,859 0.49
Real Estate 4,286 946 $48,870 1.91
Other Services 3,752 896 $38,927 0.86
Manufacturing 3,398 346 $58,055 0.29
Finance & Insurance 3,375 680 $85,346 0.58
Wholesale Trade 2,817 423 $65,158 0.49
Transportation & Warehousing 2,617 242 $47,127 0.43
Information & Technology 1,708 254 $77,017 0.63
Educational Services 814 102 $35,386 0.27
Management of Companies 530 92 $97,221 0.22
Utilities 441 25 $73,177 0.80
Agriculture & Forestry 211 52 $55,997 0.18
Mining & Oil/Gas 70 10 $152,174 0.13

Hospitals in Southport

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
J ARTHUR DOSHER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals Yes (910) 457-3800

Schools in Southport

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
South Brunswick High High 1,172 68 17.2:1
South Brunswick Middle Middle 572 37 15.5:1
Southport Elementary Elementary 403 28 14.4:1
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Radio Stations near Southport

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 Southport

15 national parks and monuments found near Southport.

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
Lumber River State Park State Park Free
Moores Creek National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Myrtle Beach State Park State Park Free
Sandy Run Savannas State Natural Area State Park Free
Singletary Lake State Park State Park Free
Warwick Mill Bay State Natural Area State Park Free
White Lake State Lake State Park Free

Museums in Southport

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SMITH ISLAND MUSEUM OF HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM9104577481$272,249
NORTH CAROLINA MARITIME MUSEUM AT SOUTHPORTGENERAL MUSEUM204 E MOORE STREET9104570003$119,444
SOUTHPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY 119 DAVIS STHISTORIC PRESERVATION318 E NASH ST9104570575$18,779
OAK ISLAND LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$11,540
FEDERAL POINT HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1121-A N LAKE PARK BLVD9104580502
FEDERAL POINT HISTORY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9104580502
NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM AT FORT FISHERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION900 LOGGERHEAD ROAD9104588257

Libraries in Southport

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BRUNSWICK COUNTY LIBRARY109 W MOORE ST0.0265,286

Farmers Markets in Southport

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carolina Beach Farmer's MarketLake Park Blvd at Atlanta Ave05/17/2014 to 10/04/2014Sat: 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

Hotels in Southport

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island
Fairfield Inn & Suites Southport
Riverside Motel
The Inn
Wingate by Wyndham Southport

Restaurants in Southport

20 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Cow Grille
Fishy Fishy Cafe
Frying Pan
Local's Family Diner
Moore Street Market
Moore Street Oyster Bar
Mr P's Bistro
Mr. P's Bistro
Oliver's on the Cape Fear
Pizza Hut
Ports of Call Bistro and Restaurant
Provision Company
Provision Company
San Felipe
San Felipe
San Felipe
Southport Siam Thai Bistro
Southport Smoke House
StrEAT Side Take Out
Thai Peppers

Cafes in Southport

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Koa & Market
Carolina Coastal Cafe
Dot's on Howe
Live Oak Cafe
Starbucks

Cinemas in Southport

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Surf Cinemas

Clinics in Southport

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dosher Medical
Wilmington Eye

Gas Stations in Southport

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Exxon
Exxon
Go Gas
Murphy USA

Banks in Southport

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America
First Citizens Bank
State Employees Credit Union

Breweries in Southport

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
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
Good Hops BrewingFood & Drink, Breweries811 Harper Avenue At Dow Rd7067131594

Nursing Homes in Southport

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
J ARTHUR DOSHER MEM HOSP
924 N HOWE STREET
For profit - Corporation 64 31 2/5 1/5 9104573800
OCEAN TRAIL HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER
630 FODALE AVENUE
For profit - Corporation 99 44 1/5 4/5 1/5 9104579581

Pharmacies in Southport

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 7382 4961 LONG BEACH ROAD SOUTHEAST 910-457-9564
KERR DRUG 1531 NORTH HOWE STREET 910-457-4721
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2772 1675 NORTH HOWE STREET 910-454-9950

EV Charging Stations in Southport

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
BNP 1 BNP 28470 River Rd SEChargePoint Network2J1772public
Comfort Suites Southport - Tesla Destination4963 Southport-Supply Rd SETesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic
Installation Admin Fuel station6280 Sunny Point Rd SENon-NetworkedNEMA515private
Locomotive / Rail eq. Fuel station6280 Sunny Point Rd SENon-NetworkedNEMA515private

Fire Stations in Southport

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Boiling Spring Lakes Fire Rescue3059 George II HWYVolunteer910-845-2818
Southport Fire Department107 E Nash STVolunteer910-457-7915
St. James Fire Department, Inc3628 St. James DRVolunteer910-253-9990
Sunny Point Fire & Rescue6280 Sunny Point RDCareer910-341-8219

Power Plants Near Southport

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND SOUTHPORTNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE221112-78.0SB
BRUNSWICK NUCLEARNUCLEAR221113-78.0OP
CPI USA NC SOUTHPORTWOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS221117-78.0OP

Bridges in Southport

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete19223127,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous197232621,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201616819,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19723019,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19642603,300F
SlabConcrete2020784100G

Superfund Sites Near Southport

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

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

Airports Near Southport

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Grand Strand AirportCREMedium Airport
Wilmington International AirportILMMedium Airport
Bear Pen AirportSmall Airport
Camp Davis Marine Corps Outlying FieldSmall Airport
Camp Lejeune LZ Bluebird AirstripSmall Airport
Cape Fear Regional Jetport / Howie Franklin Field AirportSmall Airport
Carolina Bay AirportSmall Airport
Columbus County Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cox FieldSmall Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr FieldSmall Airport
Dublin FieldSmall Airport
Elkins FieldSmall Airport
Highsmith AirportSmall Airport
Holly Ridge/Topsail Island AirportSmall Airport
Mitchell FieldSmall Airport
Odell Williamson Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pilots Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Stag Air ParkSmall Airport
Topsail AirparkSmall Airport
Winnabow AirportSmall Airport
Yonder AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Southport

9 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
Brunswick County Sheriff's Office
Carolina Beach Police Department
Caswell Beach Police Department
Kure Beach Police Department
Kure Beach Police Department
Oak Island Police Department4621 East Oak Island Drive

Grocery Stores in Southport

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 2720467Convenience Store1130 N Howe St
Dollar Tree 1466Other1671 N Howe St
Murphy Express 8572Convenience Store1620 N Howe St
Sunny Point C Store 117Convenience Store4388 George II Hwy
Walgreens 16170Other1531 N Howe St
Walgreens 2530Other5098 Southport Supply Rd SE
Walmart Supercenter 2772Super Store1675 N Howe St

Post Offices in Southport

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office: Southport, North Carolina206 East Nash Street

DOL Wage Violations in Southport

14 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $191,011 in back wages owed to 331 employees.

14
Violations
$191,011
Back Wages Owed
331
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
Bald Head Island Country Club 28461 1 $58,548 $523 112
Capital Power Capital Power 28461 2 $53,287 $8,881 6
Akal Security Inc 28461 1 $48,520 $462 105
Yacht Basin Eatery 28461 1 $10,621 $590 18
Indochina Express - Southport 28461 1 $4,433 $211 21
Orthopeadic Specialists PA 28461 1 $4,293 $253 17
River Road Animal Hospital 28461 1 $3,400 $340 10
Bald Head Island Club 28461 1 $3,224 $179 18
Berry, Padgett & Chandler 28461 1 $1,654 $1,654 1
Brunswick Senior Resources Inc. 28461 1 $1,643 $1,643 1
CECOS Group 28461 1 $640 $160 4
Fishy, Fishy Cafe 28461 1 $558 $35 16
Delaware River Stevedores 28461 1 $154 $154 1
Coastal Carolina Landscape 28461 1 $36 $36 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Southport

22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH OF SOUTHPORT INC1628 N HOWE ST
BRUNSWICK COUNTY COASTAL COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE3850 GEORGE II HWY 87
CHRIST BODY MINISTRY155 S HOWE ST
CHRIST COASTAL CHURCH INCPO BOX 11107
CHURCH OF THE COMMUNITYPO BOX 10814
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH OF BRUNSWICKPO BOX 11302
DOROTHY CRUSE MEMORIAL CHAPEL206 PINE LAKE RD
FIRST APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF SOUTHPORTPO BOX 10507
FLOURISH THROUGH FAITH INC1430 N HOWE ST
GENERATIONS CHURCH4019 EXECUTIVE PARK BLVD
JOY ASSEMBLY OF GOD4811 SOUTHPORT SUPPLY RD SE
LA CASA DE EL ALFARERO4930 ALAMANCE DR SE
MATTHEWS MINISTRY INCPO BOX 10761
MINISTERIO PROFETICO ALPHA & OMEGA4891 LONG BEACH RD SE
ONE HOPE MINISTRY INC4560 SEA PINES DR SE
OVERFLOW CHURCH4482 FRYING PAN RD SE
SLICE OF HOPE INC1513 N HOWE ST STE 9
ST JAMES PLANTATION CHAPEL3620 SAINT JAMES DR SE
ST PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCH4843 SOUTHPORT SUPPLY RD SE
TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH209 E NASH ST
WORD OF GRACE CHURCH3551 LACEBARK CT
WORDS OF LIFE ONLINE INC2100 MARSH GROVE LN UNIT 2105

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
6
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Haunted Places
1
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Southport

What is the population of Southport?

Southport has a population of 4,143 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,020 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Southport expensive to live in?

Southport 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 $82,792, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $394,900 (40% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,468 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Southport safe?

Southport is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,449 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Southport receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Southport?

Southport enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Southport?

The job market in Southport is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $924. There are 12,484 business establishments in the area, including 1,398 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 19.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Southport?

The median home value in Southport is $394,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $400,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,468. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,541.

How are the schools in Southport?

Schools in Southport score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.7% of adults in Southport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Southport?

The obesity rate in Southport is 31.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.7% of adults are smokers. 18.0% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 7.6% lack health insurance. 78.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,603.

What is transportation like in Southport?

The average commute in Southport is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.1% of workers drive alone to work, 2% use public transit, and 19.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Southport?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Southport is 87.7% White, 7.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 13.9% of the population are military veterans. 11.9% of residents have a disability. 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

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