Southern Shores, NC

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Southern Shores Overview

3,098
TOTAL POPULATION
1,576
MALE POPULATION
1,522
FEMALE POPULATION
103.55
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.57
FEMALES / 100 MALES
57.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$65,765
PER CAPITA INCOME
$140,504
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$112,371
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,457
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
14.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Southern Shores Area Codes

Race in Southern Shores

The most populous races in Southern Shores are White / Caucasian (2,889 | 93.2%), Two or more Races (136 | 4.4%), and Black / African American (62 | 2.0%).
Race in Southern Shores
Race# Population% Population
Asian110.4%
Black / African American622.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino90.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,88993.2%
Two or more Races1364.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,098100.0%

Ancestry in Southern Shores

The most populous ancestries reported in Southern Shores are German (652 | 21.0%), American (512 | 16.5%), English (479 | 15.5%), Irish (408 | 13.2%), and Scottish (164 | 5.3%), together accounting for 71.5% of all Southern Shores residents.
Ancestry in Southern Shores
Ancestry# Population% Population
American51216.5%
Austrian50.2%
Belgian50.2%
British331.1%
Canadian50.2%
Dutch60.2%
Eastern European190.6%
English47915.5%
European200.6%
French361.2%
French Canadian170.5%
German65221.0%
Hungarian70.2%
Irish40813.2%
Italian1143.7%
Korean321.0%
Mexican90.3%
Northern European100.3%
Norwegian160.5%
Polish1474.7%
Portuguese250.8%
Russian80.3%
Scandinavian180.6%
Scotch-Irish672.2%
Scottish1645.3%
Serbian80.3%
Slovak70.2%
Thai70.2%
Welsh301.0%
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Immigrants in Southern Shores

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Southern Shores came from Europe (50 | 1.6%), Germany (39 | 1.3%), Western Europe (39 | 1.3%), Asia (32 | 1.0%), and Philippines (32 | 1.0%), together accounting for 6.2% of all Southern Shores residents.
Immigrants in Southern Shores
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia321.0%
Europe501.6%
Germany391.3%
Northern Europe110.4%
Philippines321.0%
South Eastern Asia321.0%
Western Europe391.3%
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Sex and Age in Southern Shores

Sex and Age in Southern Shores

The most populous age groups in Southern Shores are 60 to 64 Years (189 | 12.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (304 | 20.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Southern Shores
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years74 (4.7%)40 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Years111 (7.0%)48 (3.2%)
10 to 14 Years81 (5.1%)48 (3.2%)
15 to 19 Years77 (4.9%)87 (5.7%)
20 to 24 Years14 (0.9%)36 (2.4%)
25 to 29 Years48 (3.0%)36 (2.4%)
30 to 34 Years173 (11.0%)32 (2.1%)
35 to 39 Years100 (6.4%)160 (10.5%)
40 to 44 Years54 (3.4%)42 (2.8%)
45 to 49 Years67 (4.3%)49 (3.2%)
50 to 54 Years71 (4.5%)68 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years71 (4.5%)98 (6.4%)
60 to 64 Years189 (12.0%)304 (20.0%)
65 to 69 Years155 (9.8%)189 (12.4%)
70 to 74 Years117 (7.4%)113 (7.4%)
75 to 79 Years134 (8.5%)55 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)93 (6.1%)
85 Years and over40 (2.5%)24 (1.6%)
Total1,576 (100.0%)1,522 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Southern Shores

Median Family Size in Southern Shores

The median family size in Southern Shores is 2.76 persons per family, with single male/father families (6 | 0.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.17 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (880 | 91.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.69 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Southern Shores
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple880 (91.6%)2.69
Single Male/Father6 (0.6%)5.17
Single Female/Mother75 (7.8%)3.32
Total Families961 (100.0%)2.76

Median Household Size in Southern Shores

The median household size in Southern Shores is 2.58 persons per household, with single male/father households (6 | 0.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 7.67 persons per household. non-family households (241 | 20.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Southern Shores
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple880 (73.2%)2.69
Single Male/Father6 (0.5%)7.67
Single Female/Mother75 (6.2%)5.56
Non-family241 (20.1%)1.10
Total Households1,202 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Southern Shores

Out of a total of 1,202 households in Southern Shores, 961 (79.9%) are family households, while 241 (20.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 571, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 227.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Southern Shores
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-227 (18.9%)
2-Person Households571 (47.5%)8 (0.7%)
3-Person Households171 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households167 (13.9%)6 (0.5%)
5-Person Households45 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total961 (79.9%)241 (20.1%)

Female Fertility in Southern Shores

Fertility by Age in Southern Shores

Average fertility rate in Southern Shores is 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Southern Shores
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)77.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)17.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Southern Shores

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Southern Shores
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Southern Shores

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Southern Shores
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree8 (100.0%)88.0
Total8 (100.0%)17.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Southern Shores

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Southern Shores
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Southern Shores

Income Overview in Southern Shores

Per Capita Income in Southern Shores is $65,765, while median incomes of families and households are $140,504 and $112,371 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,098$65,765
Median Family Income961$140,504
Mean Family Income961$184,021
Median Household Income1,202$112,371
Mean Household Income1,202$163,721
Income Deficit961$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,09827.44%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,09872.56¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0980.42

Earnings by Sex in Southern Shores

Average Earnings in Southern Shores are $42,418, $55,600 for men and $40,345 for women, a difference of 27.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Southern Shores
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male856 (55.2%)$55,600
Female695 (44.8%)$40,345
Total1,551 (100.0%)$42,418

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Southern Shores

The most common earnings brackets in Southern Shores are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (201 | 23.5%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (94 | 13.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Southern Shores
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less48 (5.6%)31 (4.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9995 (0.6%)21 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)66 (9.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99912 (1.4%)7 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49924 (2.8%)25 (3.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)8 (1.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49941 (4.8%)47 (6.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)24 (3.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (0.9%)14 (2.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9999 (1.1%)12 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9996 (0.7%)19 (2.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999201 (23.5%)42 (6.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99911 (1.3%)21 (3.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9999 (1.1%)94 (13.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99941 (4.8%)41 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (0.8%)55 (7.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99949 (5.7%)39 (5.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99969 (8.1%)47 (6.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999131 (15.3%)36 (5.2%)
$100,000+185 (21.6%)46 (6.6%)
Total856 (100.0%)695 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Southern Shores

Average earnings in Southern Shores are $57,350 for men and $41,941 for women, a difference of 26.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $87,813, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,291. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $52,292, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $21,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Southern Shores
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$34,291$31,667
College or Associate's Degree$37,273$21,250
Bachelor's Degree$77,692$51,174
Graduate Degree$87,813$52,292
Total$57,350$41,941

Family Income in Southern Shores

Family Income Brackets in Southern Shores

According to the Southern Shores family income data, there are 271 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Southern Shores
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99950.5%
$25,000 to $34,99970.7%
$35,000 to $49,999575.9%
$50,000 to $74,99910911.3%
$75,000 to $99,99912613.1%
$100,000 to $149,99927128.2%
$150,000 to $199,99914815.4%
$200,000+23824.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Southern Shores

5-person families (31 | 3.2%) account for the highest median family income in Southern Shores with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (615 | 64.0%) have the highest median income of $69,034 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Southern Shores
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families615 (64.0%)$138,068
3-Person Families127 (13.2%)$157,813
4-Person Families181 (18.8%)$124,531
5-Person Families31 (3.2%)$250,001
6-Person Families7 (0.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total961 (100.0%)$140,504

Family Income by Number of Earners in Southern Shores

The median family income in Southern Shores is $140,504, with families comprising 2 earners (353) having the highest median family income of $149,375, while families with no earners (286) have the lowest median family income of $117,917, accounting for 36.7% and 29.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Southern Shores
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners286 (29.8%)$117,917
1 Earner240 (25.0%)$147,500
2 Earners353 (36.7%)$149,375
3+ Earners82 (8.5%)$123,750
Total961 (100.0%)$140,504

Household Income in Southern Shores

Household Income Brackets in Southern Shores

With 321 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Southern Shores, accounting for 26.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Southern Shores
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999423.5%
$25,000 to $34,999131.1%
$35,000 to $49,999383.2%
$50,000 to $74,99915913.2%
$75,000 to $99,99922718.9%
$100,000 to $149,99932126.7%
$150,000 to $199,99915512.9%
$200,000+24620.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Southern Shores

The median household income in Southern Shores is $112,371, with the highest median household income of $140,880 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 197 households (16.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Southern Shores
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years197 (16.4%)$140,880
45 to 64 Years422 (35.1%)$121,042
65+ Years583 (48.5%)$103,523
Total1,202 (100.0%)$112,371

Poverty in Southern Shores

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Southern Shores

With 0.6% poverty level for males and 1.0% for females among the residents of Southern Shores, 45 to 54 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (7.2%) and 15 females (25.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Southern Shores
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)15 (25.9%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years10 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (0.6%)15 (1.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Southern Shores

According to the poverty statistics in Southern Shores, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Southern Shores
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years74 (100.0%)40 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years133 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years59 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
15 Years27 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (100.0%)60 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years58 (100.0%)43 (74.1%)
25 to 34 Years221 (100.0%)68 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years154 (100.0%)202 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years128 (92.7%)117 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years260 (100.0%)402 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years272 (100.0%)302 (100.0%)
75 Years and over174 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)
Total1,566 (99.4%)1,507 (99.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Southern Shores

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Southern Shores
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children607 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children240 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total880 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Southern Shores

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Southern Shores
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Southern Shores

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Southern Shores
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Southern Shores

Employment by Class of Employer in Southern Shores

Among the 1,215 employed individuals in Southern Shores, private company employees (674 | 55.5%), self-employed (incorporated) (185 | 15.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (128 | 10.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Southern Shores
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees67455.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)18515.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)12810.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations736.0%
Local Government Employees1008.2%
State Government Employees363.0%
Federal Government Employees191.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,215100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Southern Shores

According to the labor force statistics for Southern Shores, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,664), 54.7% or 1,457 individuals are in the labor force, with 14.4% or 210 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 205 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 78.5% or 161 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Southern Shores
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years83 (62.9%)17 (20.5%)
20 to 24 Years8 (16.0%)4 (50.0%)
25 to 29 Years74 (88.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years205 (100.0%)161 (78.5%)
35 to 44 Years356 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years195 (76.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years123 (72.8%)13 (10.6%)
60 to 64 Years226 (45.8%)7 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years155 (27.0%)8 (5.2%)
75 Years and over31 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,457 (54.7%)210 (14.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Southern Shores

According to labor force statistics for Southern Shores, 75.5% of individuals (1,179) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,562) are in the labor force, with 15.4% or 182 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 86.6% or 380 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 44.2% or 168 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Southern Shores
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma380 (86.6%)194 (44.2%)
College / Associate Degree198 (60.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher601 (76.4%)17 (2.2%)
Total1,179 (75.5%)241 (15.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Southern Shores

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Southern Shores are Health Diagnosing & Treating (209 | 16.8%), Management (205 | 16.5%), Health Technologists (179 | 14.4%), Community & Social Service (156 | 12.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77 | 6.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Southern Shores

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Southern Shores, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (78.0%), Health Technologists (74.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (68.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Southern Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Management163 (79.5%)42 (20.5%)
Business & Financial23 (39.0%)36 (61.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 80 (51.3%)76 (48.7%)
Education, Arts & Media37 (66.1%)19 (33.9%)
Legal Services & Support19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)
Education Instruction & Library24 (32.0%)51 (68.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating46 (22.0%)163 (78.0%)
Health Technologists46 (25.7%)133 (74.3%)
Total (Category)389 (55.1%)317 (44.9%)
Total (Overall)635 (51.0%)611 (49.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Southern Shores are Food Preparation & Serving (65 | 5.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (25 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Southern Shores

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Southern Shores, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (68.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (15.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (84.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (32.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Southern Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving10 (15.4%)55 (84.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)27 (30.0%)63 (70.0%)
Total (Overall)635 (51.0%)611 (49.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Southern Shores are Sales & Related (141 | 11.3%), and Office & Administration (105 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Southern Shores

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Southern Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related54 (38.3%)87 (61.7%)
Office & Administration29 (27.6%)76 (72.4%)
Total (Category)83 (33.7%)163 (66.3%)
Total (Overall)635 (51.0%)611 (49.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Southern Shores are Construction & Extraction (95 | 7.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (27 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Southern Shores

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Southern Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)635 (51.0%)611 (49.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Southern Shores are Production (77 | 6.2%), and Transportation (5 | 0.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Southern Shores

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Southern Shores
OccupationMaleFemale
Production9 (11.7%)68 (88.3%)
Transportation5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)14 (17.1%)68 (82.9%)
Total (Overall)635 (51.0%)611 (49.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Southern Shores

Employment Industries in Southern Shores

The major employment industries in Southern Shores include Retail Trade (218 | 17.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (187 | 15.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (121 | 9.7%), Construction (120 | 9.6%), and Educational Services (106 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries in Southern Shores

Employment Industries by Sex in Southern Shores

The Southern Shores industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (81.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Southern Shores
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction114 (95.0%)6 (5.0%)
Manufacturing29 (61.7%)18 (38.3%)
Wholesale Trade31 (79.5%)8 (20.5%)
Retail Trade104 (47.7%)114 (52.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing80 (66.1%)41 (33.9%)
Professional & Scientific37 (50.7%)36 (49.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Educational Services56 (52.8%)50 (47.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance34 (18.2%)153 (81.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation9 (39.1%)14 (60.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services25 (23.8%)80 (76.2%)
Public Administration26 (57.8%)19 (42.2%)
Total635 (51.0%)611 (49.0%)

Education in Southern Shores

School Enrollment in Southern Shores

The most common levels of schooling among the 497 students in Southern Shores are elementary school (149 | 30.0%), high school (137 | 27.6%), and middle school (123 | 24.7%).
School Enrollment in Southern Shores
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool173.4%
Kindergarten326.4%
Elementary School14930.0%
Middle School12324.7%
High School13727.6%
College / Undergraduate285.6%
Graduate / Professional112.2%
Total497100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Southern Shores

Out of a total of 497 students who are enrolled in schools in Southern Shores, 102 (20.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 395 (79.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 137 (86.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Southern Shores
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old137 (86.2%)22 (13.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds106 (82.2%)23 (17.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds82 (83.7%)16 (16.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds49 (74.2%)17 (25.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over21 (75.0%)7 (25.0%)
Total395 (79.5%)102 (20.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Southern Shores

Business (232 | 14.3%), education (224 | 13.8%), science & technology (216 | 13.3%), liberal arts & history (165 | 10.2%), and social sciences (124 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,619 individuals in Southern Shores who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Southern Shores
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics442.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1096.7%
Physical & Health Sciences674.1%
Psychology472.9%
Social Sciences1247.7%
Engineering1036.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies322.0%
Science & Technology21613.3%
Business23214.3%
Education22413.8%
Literature & Languages513.2%
Liberal Arts & History16510.2%
Visual & Performing Arts654.0%
Communications422.6%
Arts & Humanities986.0%
Total1,619100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Southern Shores

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Southern Shores

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Southern Shores are males with 2 vehicles (365, accounting for 59.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (307, making up 61.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Southern Shores
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle14 (2.3%)23 (3.8%)
2 Vehicles365 (59.2%)307 (51.3%)
3 Vehicles128 (20.7%)113 (18.9%)
4 Vehicles86 (13.9%)132 (22.1%)
5 or more Vehicles24 (3.9%)23 (3.8%)
Total617 (100.0%)598 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Southern Shores

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Southern Shores are 5 to 9 minutes (226 commuters, 21.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (172 commuters, 16.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (162 commuters, 15.1%).
Commute Time in Southern Shores
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes212.0%
5 to 9 Minutes22621.0%
10 to 14 Minutes12411.6%
15 to 19 Minutes16215.1%
20 to 24 Minutes17216.0%
25 to 29 Minutes333.1%
30 to 34 Minutes15114.1%
35 to 39 Minutes555.1%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes191.8%
60 to 89 Minutes373.5%
90 or more Minutes746.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Southern Shores

The most common commute times in Southern Shores are 20 to 24 minutes (134 commuters, 23.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (124 commuters, 24.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Southern Shores
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes14 (2.5%)7 (1.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes102 (18.2%)124 (24.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes37 (6.6%)87 (17.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes53 (9.5%)109 (21.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes134 (23.9%)38 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes14 (2.5%)19 (3.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes123 (21.9%)28 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes27 (4.8%)28 (5.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)19 (3.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes21 (3.7%)16 (3.1%)
90 or more Minutes36 (6.4%)38 (7.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Southern Shores

The most frequent times of departure to work in Southern Shores are 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (162, 28.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (113, 22.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Southern Shores
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)27 (5.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM33 (5.9%)47 (9.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9 (1.6%)45 (8.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM60 (10.7%)55 (10.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM65 (11.6%)22 (4.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM94 (16.8%)113 (22.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM42 (7.5%)13 (2.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM162 (28.9%)57 (11.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM28 (5.0%)54 (10.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM30 (5.3%)80 (15.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM31 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total561 (100.0%)513 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Southern Shores

Occupancy by Ownership in Southern Shores

Of the total 1,202 dwellings in Southern Shores, owner-occupied units account for 1,058 (88.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 144 (12.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Southern Shores
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,05888.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14412.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,202100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Southern Shores

Occupancy by Household Size in Southern Shores
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22718.9%
2-Person Household57948.2%
3-Person Household17114.2%
4+ Person Household22518.7%
Total Housing Units1,202100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Southern Shores

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Southern Shores
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household168 (74.0%)59 (26.0%)
2-Person Household544 (94.0%)35 (6.0%)
3-Person Household148 (86.6%)23 (13.5%)
4+ Person Household198 (88.0%)27 (12.0%)
Total Housing Units1,058 (88.0%)144 (12.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Southern Shores

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Southern Shores
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma62 (57.4%)46 (42.6%)
College/Associate Degree216 (93.1%)16 (6.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher775 (90.4%)82 (9.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Southern Shores

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Southern Shores
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years282.3%
35 to 44 Years16914.1%
45 to 54 Years13211.0%
55 to 64 Years29024.1%
65 to 74 Years30325.2%
75 to 84 Years23719.7%
85 Years and Over433.6%
Total1,202100.0%

Housing Finances in Southern Shores

Median Income by Occupancy in Southern Shores

Median Income by Occupancy in Southern Shores
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,058 (88.0%)$126,964
Renter-Occupied144 (12.0%)$62,667
Average1,202 (100.0%)$112,371

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Southern Shores

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Southern Shores
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)37 (25.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9995 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (3.0%)7 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999117 (11.1%)42 (29.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999198 (18.7%)29 (20.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999292 (27.6%)29 (20.1%)
$150,000 or more401 (37.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Southern Shores

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Southern Shores
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3008 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49922 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799133 (12.6%)28 (19.4%)
$800 to $99997 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499117 (11.1%)9 (6.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999151 (14.3%)17 (11.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499136 (12.9%)41 (28.5%)
$2,500 to $2,99996 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more298 (28.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Southern Shores

Housing Structures in Southern Shores

Housing Structures in Southern Shores
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,18298.3%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments90.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other110.9%
Total1,202100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Southern Shores

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Southern Shores
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,058 (89.5%)124 (10.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total1,058 (88.0%)144 (12.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Southern Shores

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Southern Shores
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms31 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms135 (12.8%)67 (46.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms393 (37.1%)32 (22.2%)
8 or more Rooms499 (47.2%)45 (31.2%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Southern Shores

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Southern Shores
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas24 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1,034 (97.7%)133 (92.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)11 (7.6%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Southern Shores

Household Vehicle Usage in Southern Shores
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle33 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle168 (15.9%)37 (25.7%)
2 Vehicles517 (48.9%)67 (46.5%)
3 or more Vehicles340 (32.1%)40 (27.8%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Southern Shores

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Southern Shores

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units328730
Median Property Value$499,200$615,900
Median Household Income$81,833$337
Monthly Housing Costs$826$298
Real Estate Taxes$3,440$16

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Southern Shores

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Southern Shores
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)6 (0.8%)
$100,000 to $299,9990 (0.0%)22 (3.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999165 (50.3%)191 (26.2%)
$500,000 to $749,99998 (29.9%)315 (43.1%)
$750,000 to $999,99944 (13.4%)115 (15.8%)
$1,000,000 or more21 (6.4%)81 (11.1%)
Total328 (100.0%)730 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Southern Shores

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Southern Shores
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)23 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $24,9995 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99947 (14.3%)14 (1.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999107 (32.6%)70 (9.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99974 (22.6%)91 (12.5%)
$150,000 or more64 (19.5%)218 (29.9%)
Total328 (100.0%)730 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Southern Shores

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Southern Shores
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x19 (5.8%)145,694 (19,958.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x26 (7.9%)114 (15.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x34 (10.4%)37 (5.1%)
4.0x or more249 (75.9%)175 (24.0%)
Total328 (100.0%)730 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Southern Shores

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Southern Shores
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49910 (3.0%)39 (5.3%)
$800 to $1,499318 (97.0%)8 (1.1%)
Total328 (100.0%)730 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Southern Shores

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Southern Shores

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Southern Shores
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years441 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years46 (75.4%)15 (24.6%)
26 to 34 Years109 (37.7%)180 (62.3%)
35 to 44 Years356 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years233 (91.4%)22 (8.6%)
55 to 64 Years662 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years574 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older346 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,881 (93.0%)217 (7.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Southern Shores

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Southern Shores
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen441 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen46 (75.4%)15 (24.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Southern Shores

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Southern Shores
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00052 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99999 (82.5%)21 (17.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999305 (93.3%)22 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999554 (77.5%)161 (22.5%)
$100,000 and over1,871 (99.3%)13 (0.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Southern Shores

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Southern Shores
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 615 (13.2%)99 (86.8%)
6 to 18 Years17 (3.8%)424 (96.2%)
19 to 25 Years6 (9.8%)46 (75.4%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)109 (37.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)356 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years11 (4.3%)222 (87.1%)
55 to 64 Years31 (4.7%)646 (97.6%)
65 to 74 Years566 (98.6%)430 (74.9%)
75 Years and over346 (100.0%)280 (80.9%)
Total992 (32.0%)2,612 (84.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Southern Shores

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Southern Shores
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (3.1%)128 (17.7%)
65 to 74 Years10 (3.7%)50 (16.6%)
75 Years and over24 (13.8%)92 (53.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Southern Shores

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Southern Shores: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (1.5%)7 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (3.7%)16 (5.3%)
75 Years and over18 (10.3%)38 (22.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Southern Shores: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Southern Shores: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)88 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)44 (25.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Southern Shores: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (1.6%)33 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years10 (3.7%)34 (11.3%)
75 Years and over7 (4.0%)70 (40.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Southern Shores: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)33 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Southern Shores

Computing Device Access in Southern Shores

Computing Device Access in Southern Shores
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,13594.4%
Smartphone1,09991.4%
Tablet96580.3%
No Computing Device161.3%
Total1,202100.0%

Internet Access in Southern Shores

Internet Access in Southern Shores
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,09791.3%
Cellular Data Only776.4%
Satellite Internet584.8%
No Internet161.3%
Total1,202100.0%

Southern Shores Summary

Southern Shores is a town located in Dare County, North Carolina. It is situated on the Outer Banks, a chain of barrier islands along the Atlantic Coast. The town was incorporated in 1981 and is home to approximately 2,500 people.

Geography

Southern Shores is located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, a chain of barrier islands along the Atlantic Coast. The town is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Currituck Sound to the west, and the town of Kitty Hawk to the south. The town is approximately 8.5 square miles in size and is divided into four distinct neighborhoods: Hillcrest, Ocean Boulevard, Ocean View, and South Dogwood.
The town is known for its beautiful beaches, which are popular for swimming, surfing, and fishing. The beaches are also home to a variety of wildlife, including sea turtles, dolphins, and seabirds. The town is also home to a variety of parks and nature preserves, including the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve and the Nags Head Woods Nature Preserve.

History

The area that is now Southern Shores was first settled by Native Americans, who lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The first Europeans to settle in the area were English colonists, who arrived in the late 1600s. The area was part of the original Dare County, which was established in 1705.
In the early 1900s, the area began to develop as a resort destination. The town of Southern Shores was officially incorporated in 1981. Since then, the town has grown steadily, becoming a popular destination for vacationers and retirees.

Economy

The economy of Southern Shores is largely driven by tourism. The town is home to a variety of hotels, restaurants, and other businesses that cater to visitors. The town is also home to a number of marinas, which provide services to boaters and fishermen.
In addition to tourism, the town is home to a number of businesses that provide goods and services to the local community. These include grocery stores, banks, and other retail establishments.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Southern Shores was 2,521. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from other races. The median household income was $62,917, and the median age was 53.

Conclusion

Southern Shores is a beautiful town located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The town is known for its beautiful beaches and is a popular destination for vacationers and retirees. The economy of the town is largely driven by tourism, and the town is home to a variety of businesses that provide goods and services to the local community. The population of the town is predominantly white, with a median age of 53 and a median household income of $62,917.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Southern Shores?
Total Population of Southern Shores is 3,098.
What is the Total Male Population of Southern Shores?
Total Male Population of Southern Shores is 1,576.
What is the Total Female Population of Southern Shores?
Total Female Population of Southern Shores is 1,522.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Southern Shores?
There are 103.55 Males per 100 Females in Southern Shores.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Southern Shores?
There are 96.57 Females per 100 Males in Southern Shores.
What is the Median Population Age in Southern Shores?
Median Population Age in Southern Shores is 57.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Southern Shores
Average Family Size in Southern Shores is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Southern Shores
Average Household Size in Southern Shores is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Southern Shores?
Per Capita income in Southern Shores is $65,765.
What is the Median Family Income in Southern Shores?
Median Family Income in Southern Shores is $140,504.
What is the Median Household income in Southern Shores?
Median Household Income in Southern Shores is $112,371.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Southern Shores?
Income or Wage Gap in Southern Shores is 27.4%.
Women in Southern Shores earn 72.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Southern Shores?
Inequality or Gini Index in Southern Shores is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Southern Shores?
There are 1,457 People in the Labor Forcein in Southern Shores.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Southern Shores?
54.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Southern Shores.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Southern Shores?
Unemployment Rate in Southern Shores is 14.4%.