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Oak Island, NC

Looking to move to Oak Island, 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 Oak Island, NC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Oak Island, NC has a population of 14612. What about cost of living in Oak Island, NC? The median income in Oak Island, NC is $89,804 and the median home value is $379,632.

Read on to learn more about Oak Island, 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 Oak Island, NC

Average Temperatures

75 high / 53 low

Average Annual Rainfall

55 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about Oak Island, North Carolina

Median Home Value
$379,632
Median Property Tax
$2,558
Total Population
14,612
Average Commute
20 min
Median Household Income
$89,804
Median Monthly Rent
$1,015

Map of Oak Island, 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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