Wrightsville Beach
Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and lively community spirit.
Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and lively community spirit.
Fishing is accessible from public piers like Johnnie Mercer’s or directly in the surf, with charter boats available for everything from fly fishing in the sounds to marlin fishing in the Gulf Stream. Located just 20 minutes from bustling downtown Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach offers residents the best of both worlds: the tranquility and charm of coastal living with easy access to urban amenities. Its small-town feel, coupled with excellent schools and ample outdoor activities, makes it a favorite among families.
2,727 people live in Wrightsville Beach, where the median age is 55.6 and the average individual income is $96,120. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Wrightsville Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Gas Center Inc No 8, Access 16 Beach Shoppe, and Landing Shopping & Office Center.
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| Dining | 0.94 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.61 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.01 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.37 miles | 51 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.83 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.86 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.99 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.01 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.02 miles | 1 review | 4/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.05 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.06 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.08 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.1 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.11 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.13 miles | 3 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.21 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.35 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.95 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Wrightsville Beach has 1,292 households, with an average household size of 2.07. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wrightsville Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,727 people call Wrightsville Beach home. The population density is 699 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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