Atlantic Beach, NC Homes for Sale & Community Guide

Atlantic Beach is a vibrant beach town on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast known for its wide sandy beaches, waterfront dining, and family-friendly atmosphere. Offering easy access to boating, fishing, shopping, and outdoor recreation, Atlantic Beach blends laid-back coastal living with modern conveniences. Its oceanfront homes, vacation properties, and central location make it a popular destination for residents, second-home owners, and visitors year-round.

A Personal Favorite

218 Old Ironsights Rd

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Overview for Atlantic Beach, NC

3,452 people live in Atlantic Beach, where the median age is 61.7 and the average individual income is $64,445. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,452

Total Population

61.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$64,445

Average individual Income

Around Atlantic Beach, NC

There's plenty to do around Atlantic Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

5

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

27

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Kidz at Play Family Cafe, Meraki Kafe, and Scoopin' Yummies.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Kidz at Play Family Cafe page on Yelp Search 1513 Bridges St on Google Maps	Dining	3.75 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Meraki Kafe page on Yelp	Dining	2.19 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Scoopin' Yummies page on Yelp Search 211 Atlantic Beach Cswy on Google Maps	Dining	2.74 miles	22 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sportsmans Wholesale page on Yelp Search 184 U S Hwy 24 on Google Maps	Shopping	2.16 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions page on Yelp Search 4531 Arendell St on Google Maps	Active	1.72 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Crystal Coast Ecotours page on Yelp	Active	2.64 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the MOMENTUM yoga & wellness page on Yelp Search 2900 Arendell St on Google Maps	Active	2.81 miles	7 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Atlantic Beach Public Access page on Yelp Search 125 W Fort Macon Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.68 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Arendell Room Bar page on Yelp Search 715 Arendell St on Google Maps	Nightlife	4.36 miles	82 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Hand and Spirit Massage page on Yelp Search 1104 Arendell St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.08 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Benefit Cosmetics BrowBar page on Yelp Search 5160 US Hwy 70 W on Google Maps	Beauty	2.49 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Wild Poppy Tattoo page on Yelp Search 106 Industrial Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.62 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tranquility page on Yelp Search 910 Arendell St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.2 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the B E Spa Nails page on Yelp Search 5167 US-70 on Google Maps	Beauty	2.36 miles	9 reviews	4.9/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Atlantic Beach, NC

Population Households Employment

Atlantic Beach has 1,793 households, with an average household size of 1.88. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Atlantic Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,452 people call Atlantic Beach home. The population density is 564.67 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,452

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

61.7

Median Age

51 / 49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

1,793

Total Households

1.88

Average Household Size

$64,445

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Atlantic Beach, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Atlantic Beach. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Atlantic Beach, NC Homes for Sale & Community Guide

A Personal Favorite

Property Listings

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