Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 20% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
13%
Holly Ridge, NC
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,466
Population
5,552
Renter Mix
25% Rent
The best of the country life with the beach and the city just minutes away
Rural
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Suburb
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Coastal
Holly Ridge, NC sits just a short drive from the coast, putting Topsail Island's beaches and the Atlantic Ocean practically in your backyard. Tucked in Onslow County between Jacksonville and Surf City, this small but steadily growing town carries a relaxed pace that's hard to find in larger coastal communities. Camp Lejeune, one of the largest Marine Corps bases in the country, anchors the region's economy and gives Holly Ridge a strong connection to military life and history.
Neighborhoods here tend to feel open and unhurried, with newer subdivisions and established residential streets sitting side by side. The housing mix leans toward single-family homes and townhomes, but apartment communities are available for those looking to rent without the upkeep of a yard. Options range from no-frills layouts to more polished communities with updated finishes and added amenities.
Holly Ridge was once the site of Camp Davis, a World War II anti-aircraft training post that brought thousands of soldiers through the area and briefly transformed this quiet town into a bustling military hub. That history still shapes the character of the place, giving it a grounded, purposeful feel that complements its coastal setting.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,639
Average: $125,587
Education
1,661
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,477
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Holly Ridge has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
25%
Non-Renters
75%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Holly Ridge, NC is $1,466 for one bedroom, $1,712 for two bedrooms, and $1,893 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Holly Ridge has decreased by -0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,466/month
776 Sq Ft
House
$2,327/month
1,263 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Holly Ridge, NC is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
822 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
736 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,149 Students
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- Albert J Ellis
- Wilmington International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.