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Myrtle Grove, NC

Myrtle Grove is a census-designated place (CDP) in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 8,875 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Wilmington, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 7.3 square miles (19 km²), of which 6.9 square miles (17.8 km²) is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km²) (5.37%) is water.

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 11,476 people, 4,172 households, and 3,222 families residing in the CDP.

As of the census of 2000, there were 7,125 people, 2,839 households, and 2,222 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,037.4 inhabitants per square mile (400.5/km²). There were 3,021 housing units at an average density of 439.9 per square mile (169.8/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 94.54% White, 3.55% African American, 0.17% Native American, 0.86% Asian, 0.11% Pacific Islander, 0.14% from other races, and 0.63% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.93% of the population.

There were 2,839 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.2% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.7% were non-families. 16.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 22.5% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 29.4% from 25 to 44, 30.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.5 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $55,242, and the median income for a family was $60,850. Males had a median income of $40,638 versus $25,597 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $28,775. About 4.4% of families and 5.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.0% of those under age 18 and 2.3% of those age 65 or over.

In terms of health and wellness, Myrtle prioritizes the well-being of its residents. The Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove serves as a focal point for comprehensive healthcare services, promoting community health and providing essential medical resources. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Myrtle Grove Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. A popular option is HotWorx. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Myrtle Grove, such as the Jacksonville-Camp LeJeune Rail-to-Trails, Echo Farms Park and Island Greenway. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Myrtle Grove, NC are the Masonboro Island Reserve, Tregembo Animal Park, and Hanover Pines Nature Park.

Population: 11,476 (2020). ZIP Code: 28409. Area codes: 910, 980. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Area: 7.22 sq mi (18.69 km²).

FAQs

Is Myrtle Grove, NC a good place to live?

Myrtle Grove is in New Hanover County and is one of the best places to live in North Carolina. Living in Myrtle Grove offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Myrtle Grove and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Myrtle Grove are highly rated.

What are the demographics of Myrtle Grove, NC?

Myrtle Grove, NC is home to a population of 12.1k people, of which 98.8% are citizens. As of 2022, 2.31% of Myrtle Grove, NC residents were born outside of the country (279 people). In 2022, there were 29 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (11.1k people) in Myrtle Grove, NC than any other race or ethnicity. There were 381 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 355 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the poverty rate in Myrtle, NC?

In 2022, the median household income of Myrtle Grove households was $108,363. Myrtle Grove households made slightly more than Aquadale households ($108,036) and Cornelius households ($107,969). However, 3.1% of Myrtle Grove families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

New Hanover County

Niche

DataUSA

North Carolina Demographics

Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove

Myrtle Grove Parks and Recreation Department

HotWorx

Jacksonville-Camp LeJeune Rail-to-Trails

Echo Farms Park

Island Greenway

Masonboro Island Reserve

Tregembo Animal Park

Hanover Pines Nature Park

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