Emerald Isle
Town in Carteret County, North Carolina
Emerald Isle is a town in Carteret County, North Carolina, with 3,847 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 10 ft (3 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Bogue, 1.9 miles N.
- 3,847residents (2020 Census)
- 10 ftelevation · 3 m
- 4.9 sq miland area · 12.8 km²
- 777 / sq mipopulation density
- 28594ZIP code
About Emerald Isle
Emerald Isle is a town in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Crystal Coast and is located entirely on Bogue Banks. The population was 3,847 at the 2020 census.
Today, the oceanfront is lined with large and small homes, duplexes, condominiums, and one oceanfront hotel. Emerald Isle has a family-oriented atmosphere.
Recent beach renourishment projects in North Carolina, including Emerald Isle, have been both praised and questioned.
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Living in Emerald Isle
- Median household income
- $89,773
- Median home value
- $603,700
- Median rent
- $1,704/mo
- Median age
- 60.3
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Emerald Isle had 3,847 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 3,847 |
|---|---|
| Density | 777 per sq mi (300 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Emerald Isle at a glance
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
|---|---|
| County | Carteret County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 3,847 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.95 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Water area | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km²) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.6644° N, 77.0314° W |
| ZIP code | 28594 |
| Official website | emeraldisle-nc.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3721160 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Emerald Isle
- Bogue1.9 mi N
- Cape Carteret2.6 mi NW
- Cedar Point3.2 mi NW
- Peletier5.0 mi NW
- Swansboro6.5 mi W
- Indian Beach7.7 mi E
- Broad Creek8.0 mi NE
- Bear Creek8.2 mi W
- Hubert10.3 mi W
- Newport11.3 mi NE
- Pine Knoll Shores11.4 mi E
- Brandywine Bay12.6 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Emerald Isle
What county is Emerald Isle in?
Emerald Isle is in Carteret County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Emerald Isle, NC?
3,847 people lived in Emerald Isle at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Emerald Isle, NC?
The ZIP code of Emerald Isle is 28594.
What is the elevation of Emerald Isle?
10 feet (3 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Emerald Isle?
Bogue (1.9 mi), Cape Carteret (2.6 mi), Cedar Point (3.2 mi), Peletier (5.0 mi), Swansboro (6.5 mi).
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