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Topsail/Surf City resides along the southeastern coast of North Carolina, a 26-mile barrier island wrapped in a rich history. Located halfway between Wilmington and the military town of Jacksonville, this small slice of paradise is making a big name for itself.
Topsail/Surf City was known for being a small charming fishing village, but today the island offers many activities for the family as well as those who have retired here for a relaxing summer get away. The island is drenched in sun and fun, including surfing and various other water sports.
Great restaurants with outdoor seating and live music entertain locals and visitors year round! TopSail Island/Surf City’s stunning beaches and family oriented ambiance makes this area an ideal place to live.
Population
| Total Population |
1,520
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| Population Density |
362 Persons/Sq. Mile
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| Female Population |
753
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| Male Population |
767
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| Median Age |
48.63 Years
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| Percentage Population Change since 1990 |
85%
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| Percentage Population Change Since 2000 |
0%
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Colleges
| Nearest 2-Year Public College |
COASTAL CAROLINA COMM COLL
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| Distance to COASTAL CAROLINA COMM COLL |
25 Miles
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| Nearest 4-Year Public College |
UNIVERSITY OF NC WILMINGTON
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| Distance to UNIVERSITY OF NC WILMINGTON |
24 Miles
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Households and Income
| Total Number of Households |
800
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| Family Households |
465
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| Average Family Size |
2.41
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| Average Household Income |
$62,561
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| Median Household Income |
$53,749
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| Percentage Income Change Since 1990 |
85%
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| Percentage Income Change Since 2000 |
0%
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Crime Rates Compared to National Average
The National Average is designated
1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents
half as much risk.
| Total Crime Risk |
2.35
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| Total Crime Risk (County) |
0.95
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| Personal Crime Risk (County) |
0.64
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| Murder Risk (County) |
0.48
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| Rape Risk (County) |
0.80
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| Robbery Risk |
0.60
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| Assault Risk (County) |
0.68
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| Property Risk (County) |
1.11
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| Burglary Risk (County) |
1.54
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| Larceny Risk (County) |
1.12
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| Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) |
0.60
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Environment
| Average July High Temperature |
89.5° F
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| Average January Low Temperature |
33.9° F
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| Annual Precipitation |
54.07 inches
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| Air Pollution Index |
89% of National Average
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Miscellaneous
| Sales Tax Rate |
6.75%
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| Nearest Airport |
WILMINGTON INTL
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| Distance to WILMINGTON INTL |
24 Miles
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| Nearest Major Sports Team |
KINSTON INDIANS (A)
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| Distance to KINSTON INDIANS (A) |
58 Miles
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Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
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| 28445 | 171 | $210,000 | $375,466 |
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