Sunset Beach, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Horry County County
Sunset Beach, NC
At a Glance
How Sunset Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sunset Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sunset Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sunset Beach residents earn a median household income of $84,934 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,493. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,484 business establishments, including 1,398 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sunset Beach is $354,300 , 26% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $439,312. Median rent is $541/month, with 17.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1997.
Safety & Crime
Sunset Beach reports 107 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 966/100K.
Education
39.7% of adults in Sunset Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sunset Beach has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches.