Southern Shores, North Carolina
Southern Shores: town in Dare County, North Carolina, United States
About
Southern Shores is a town located in the county of Dare in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,714 and a population density of 252 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,997 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Southern Shores
| Population | 2,997 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Dare County |
| Postal code | 27949 |
| Phone Area Codes | 252 |
| Area | 10.75 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.1391,-75.7316 |
| Altitude | 20 feet / 6 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:43:42 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 279 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 9.44% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Southern Shores is located at 36°8'21"N 75°43'54"W (36.1390500, -75.7315700).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 78. South wind around 7 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Southern Shores increased by 9.44% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,714 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,734 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,750 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,782 | 1.15% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,790 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,839 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,867 | 0.98% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,894 | 0.93% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,926 | 1.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,958 | 1.08% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,997 | 1.3% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Southern Shores
1OBXscape Rooms (Escape Room on OBX)
1 Ocean Blvd suite 109-111, Southern Shores, NC 27949, United States View details
Phone: +12525649636 | Website available
2Ghost Crab Quest, LLC
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Where to Eat in Southern Shores
1Tropical Smoothie Cafe
5385 N Virginia Dare Trail #1, Southern Shores, NC 27949, United States View details
Phone: +12524419996 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Southern Shores
1Town of Southern Shores
5375 N Virginia Dare Trail, Southern Shores, NC 27949 View details
Phone: +12522612394 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Southern Shores, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198507 | Elizabeth City State University | Elizabeth City (NC) | 27909 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Southern Shores, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| VAB | Virginia Beach, Virginia | 19th St. and Pacific Ave. | BUS |
| NFK | Norfolk | 215 W York Street | BUS |
| NPN | Newport News station | 9304 Warwick Boulevard | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Southern Shores.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Harbinger Post Office | Harbinger (NC) | 27941 |
Other cities in Dare County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dare County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kill Devil Hills | 7,413 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Kitty Hawk | 3,598 | Town in North Carolina |
| Nags Head | 2,997 | City in Dare County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Wanchese | 1,642 | Township in Dare County, North Carolina |
| Manteo | 1,468 | Town in Dare County, North Carolina, United States |
| Duck | 394 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Southern Shores distances to largest North Carolina cities