Morehead City, NC Metro area is a thriving community with a population of 67,944 and a population density of 137.40 people per square mile. It is located on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina and is known for its white sand beaches, fishing opportunities, and year-round outdoor activities. Some local businesses include Morehead City Marina, The Salt Water Grille, and Big Rock Sports. There are also many organizations that serve the demographic needs of the city such as Crystal Coast Habitat for Humanity and The Greater Carteret County Chamber of Commerce. This area is also home to many sporting events such as the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament each year which attracts anglers from all around the world showcasing their catch from the Atlantic ocean off North Carolina’s coast.
The population in Morehead City Metro Area is 67,944. There are 134 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Morehead City Metro Area is 49.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Morehead City Metro Area is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Morehead City Metro Area
- 58.1% are married
- 13.7% are divorced
- 22.9% are married with children
- 16.1% have children, but are single
Race in Morehead City Metro Area
- 86.4% are White
- 5.7% are Black
- 1.1% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 4.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander