Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Wrightsville Beach: City in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States of America
About
Wrightsville Beach is a city located in the county of New Hanover in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,477 and a population density of 416 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,516 inhabitants.
The city was created 172 years ago in 1852.
Quick Facts about Wrightsville Beach
| Population : | 2,516 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | North Carolina (United States) |
| County : | New Hanover County |
| Postal code : | 28480 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 910 |
| Area : | 5.95 km2 |
| Altitude : | 7 feet / 2 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1853 (172 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 08:05:56 (6th December 2025) |
| Density : | 423 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 1.55% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Wrightsville Beach is located at 34°12'31"N 77°47'47"W (34.2085000, -77.7963700).
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Official website of Wrightsville Beach
Demographics
The population of Wrightsville Beach increased by 1.55% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 2,477 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,516 | 1.55% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,541 | 0.98% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,553 | 0.47% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,550 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,558 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,566 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,563 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,561 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,556 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,516 | -1.59% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Wrightsville Beach
1 Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier
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3 Crystal Pier
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4 Wrightsville Beach Municipal Complex
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5 Wrightsville Beach Park
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Other Places in Wrightsville Beach
1 Lanier Parking
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2 Wrightsville Beach Town Hall
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3 Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation
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Schools in Wrightsville Beach
College & universities near Wrightsville Beach, NC
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199218 | University of North Carolina Wilmington | Wilmington (NC) | 28403-5963 |
| 198978 | Platt College-Miller-Motte-Wilmington | Wilmington (NC) | 28405 |
| 199078 | College of Wilmington | Wilmington (NC) | 28403 |
| 198154 | Cape Fear Community College | Wilmington (NC) | 28401-3910 |
| 198084 | Brunswick Community College | Bolivia (NC) | 28422-9021 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Wrightsville Beach, NC
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMN | Wilmington, NC | 505 Cando St | BUS |
| JNC | Jacksonville, NC | 850 New Bridge Street | BUS |
| HVL | Havelock, NC | 201 Tourist Center Drive | BUS |
| MHD | Morehead City, NC | 1001 Arendell Street | BUS |
| KNC | Kinston, NC | 101 East New Bern Road | BUS |
Post offices near Wrightsville Beach
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wrightsville Beach Post Office | Wrightsville Beach (NC) | 28480 |
| Azalea Post Office | Wilmington (NC) | 28403 |
| Dogwood Post Office | Wilmington (NC) | 28405 |
| Magnolia Post Office | Wilmington (NC) | 28411 |
| Myrtle Grov Post Office | Wilmington (NC) | 28412 |
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 |
| Carolina Beach | 6,369 | Town of the United States |
| 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 |
| 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
Wrightsville Beach distances to largest North Carolina cities
