Holden Beach, NC Economy


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Holden Beach, NC is a charming coastal town located in Brunswick County. The average 2 bedroom rent is more affordable than the US average, at $820 compared to $1,430. Additionally the grocery cost index is 104 compared to the 100 in the US. This makes Holden Beach an attractive option for those looking for an affordable coastal getaway. There are a variety of local businesses that contribute to the economy such as Big Fish Seafood Market, Holden Beach Rentals, and Blues Bait and Tackle. Each of these companies provide food and rental services that help make Holden beach a great destination for visitors and locals alike.

Holden Beach has an unemployment rate of 5.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Holden Beach has seen the job market increase by 2.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 42.8%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Holden Beach
- The Sales Tax Rate for Holden Beach is 6.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Holden Beach is 5.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Holden Beach
- The average income of a Holden Beach resident is $50,187 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Holden Beach resident is $99,519 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyHolden Beach, North CarolinaUnited States
  5.86
  -8.7%-6.2%
  42.8%33.5%
  6.8%6.2%
  5.3%4.6%
  $65,654$37,638
  $99,519$69,021
  $122,614$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.9%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  33.5%6.8%
  5.7%10.0%
  1.6%2.5%
  7.9%11.0%
  0.0%4.8%
  2.5%0.8%
  0.5%1.9%
  5.9%4.7%
  7.9%1.9%
  9.1%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  0.5%4.2%
  2.3%9.3%
  12.9%14.0%
  0.2%2.1%
  4.8%7.0%
  1.8%4.8%
  2.3%4.7%
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I was looking to purchase a beach house some where in North Carolina so I could be close to my home base of Charlotte, NC and not feel like when I returned, I would need  More

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I recently purchased a home in Holden Beach after doing tons of research on the Brunswick Islands in North Carolina (Ocean Isle, Oak Island and Caswell Beach.). I picked  More

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I recently purchased a home in Holden Beach after doing tons of research on the Brunswick Islands in North Carolina (Ocean Isle, Oak Island and Caswell Beach.). I picked  More

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