Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Carolina Beach: town of the United States
About
Carolina Beach is a town located in the county of New Hanover in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,706 and a population density of 805 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,369 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Carolina Beach
| Population | 6,369 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | New Hanover County |
| Postal code | 28428 |
| Phone Area Codes | 910 |
| Area | 7.09 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.0352,-77.8936 |
| Altitude | 3 feet / 1 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 12:24:32 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 898 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 10.41% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Carolina Beach is located at 34°2'7"N 77°53'37"W (34.0351700, -77.8936000).
Carolina Beach map
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Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 80.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Carolina Beach
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Carolina Beach increased by 10.41% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,706 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,795 | 1.54% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,880 | 1.45% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,968 | 1.47% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,022 | 0.9% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,107 | 1.39% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,189 | 1.32% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,259 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,354 | 1.5% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,399 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,369 | -0.47% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Carolina Beach
1Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Carolina Beach Ave S, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States View details
Phone: +19104588434 | Website available
2Carolina Beach State Park
1010 State Park Rd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States View details
Phone: +19104588206 | Website available
3Freeman Park
1800 Canal Dr, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States View details
Phone: +19104584614 | Website available
4Carolina Beach Lake Park
400 S Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States View details
Phone: +19104582977 | Website available
5Mike Chappell Park
501 Dow Rd S, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States View details
Phone: +19104582977 | Website available
Where to Eat in Carolina Beach
1Hardee's
254 S Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States View details
Phone: +19104588400 | Website available
Where to Stay in Carolina Beach
1Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
100 Charlotte Ave, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States View details
Phone: +19104582030 | Website available
2Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
1 Harper Ave, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States View details
Phone: +19107071770 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Carolina Beach
1Town of Carolina Beach, Town Hall
1121 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 View details
Phone: +19104582999 | Website available
2Carolina Beach Planning
1121 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 View details
Phone: +19104588218 | Website available
3Carolina Beach Zoning Administration
1121 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 View details
Phone: +19104582991 | Website available
People born in Carolina Beach (2)
People born in Carolina Beach, including actress Lexi DiBenedetto, Lisa Marie Ludwig, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Carolina Beach, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199078 | College of Wilmington | Wilmington (NC) | 28403 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Carolina Beach, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMN | Wilmington, NC | 505 Cando St | BUS |
| JNC | Jacksonville, NC | 850 New Bridge Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Carolina Beach.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Beach Post Office | Carolina Beach (NC) | 28428 |
Other cities in New Hanover County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in New Hanover County , NC. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 124,794 | The largest city in the state of North Carolina. |
| Masonboro | 14,826 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Murraysville | 14,215 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Myrtle Grove | 8,875 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Kings Grant | 8,278 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Ogden | 6,766 | Place in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Silver Lake | 5,598 | City in Shawnee County, Kansas, United States |
| Wrightsboro | 4,896 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Seagate | 4,590 | Census-designated place in the U. |
| Northchase | 3,747 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Bayshore | 3,393 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Skippers Corner | 2,785 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Wrightsville Beach | 2,516 | City in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Kure Beach | 2,077 | City in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Sea Breeze | 1,969 | Census designated place |
| Castle Hayne | 1,202 | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina |
Distance to Other Cities
Carolina Beach distances to largest North Carolina cities