Demographics in Emerald Isle, NC

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Emerald Isle?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

3,915

Male

1,862

47.6%

Female

2,053

52.4%

Median Age

58.7

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
White
93.2%
Black
0.3%
Hispanic
0.2%
Two or More
6.4%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

42.3%

High School or Higher

54.9%

Foreign Born

1.6%

Veterans

10.1%

Married

66.1%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Emerald Isle, NC has a population of 3,915 with a median age of 58.7. The racial makeup is 93.2% White, 0.2% Hispanic, 0.3% Black. About 42.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.6%.