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Morehead City, NC

Looking to move to Morehead City, NC? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Morehead City, NC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Morehead City, NC has a population of 8720. What about cost of living in Morehead City, NC? The median income in Morehead City, NC is $55,291 and the median home value is $300,376.

Read on to learn more about Morehead City, NC, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Morehead City, NC

Average Temperatures

72 high / 55 low

Average Annual Rainfall

58 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about Morehead City, North Carolina

Median Home Value
$300,376
Median Property Tax
$2,618
Total Population
8,720
Average Commute
15 min
Median Household Income
$55,291
Median Monthly Rent
$847

Map of Morehead City, NC


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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