Sandy Creek, North Carolina
Sandy Creek: town in Brunswick County, North Carolina, USA
About
Sandy Creek is a town located in the county of Brunswick in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 260 and a population density of 80 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 319 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Sandy Creek
| Population | 319 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Brunswick County |
| Phone Area Codes | 910 |
| Area | 3.26 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.2871,-78.1508 |
| Altitude | 39 feet / 12 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 23:04:41 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 98 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 18.5% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 88℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Sandy Creek is located at 34°17'14"N 78°9'3"W (34.2871100, -78.1508300).
Sandy Creek map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 88. West wind around 7 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Sandy Creek increased by 18.5% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 260 | - | census |
| 2011 | 263 | 1.14% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 267 | 1.5% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 269 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 271 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 273 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 275 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 277 | 0.72% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 288 | 3.82% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 304 | 5.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 319 | 4.7% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sandy Creek, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198154 | Cape Fear Community College | Wilmington (NC) | 28401-3910 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sandy Creek, 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 |
| FAY | Fayetteville | 472 Hay Street | RAIL |
| DIL | Dillon | 100 North Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| KNC | Kinston, NC | 101 East New Bern Road | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Sandy Creek.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Del Post Office | Delco (NC) | 28436 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Sandy Creek, New York human settlement in Oswego County, New York, United States of America with a population of 3,729 people.
- Sandy Creek, Pennsylvania township in Mercer County, Pennsylvania with a population of 732 people.
Other cities in Brunswick County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Brunswick County , NC. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Leland | 25,647 | City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Oak Island | 8,735 | City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Saint James | 6,607 | Town in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States |
| Boiling Spring Lakes | 6,430 | City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Long Beach | 5,618 | City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Carolina Shores | 4,802 | Town in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States |
| Shallotte | 4,409 | City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Sunset Beach | 4,172 | City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Southport | 4,088 | City in North Carolina, United States |
| Navassa | 2,534 | Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Calabash | 2,360 | Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Belville | 2,135 | Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Northwest | 806 | Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Ocean Isle Beach | 709 | Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Holden Beach | 675 | Town in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States |
| Varnamtown | 603 | Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America |