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Topsail Beach, NC
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Topsail Beach, NC
At a Glance
How Topsail Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Topsail Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Topsail Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Topsail Beach residents earn a median household income of $90,833 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $72,143. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,964 business establishments, including 127 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Topsail Beach is $630,500 , 124% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $928,914. Median rent is $1,250/month, with 20.0% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Topsail Beach reports 611 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,642/100K.
Education
63.2% of adults in Topsail Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% above the national average). 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Topsail Beach has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.