History of Carolina Beach, North Carolina in Timeline
Carolina Beach, a coastal town in North Carolina, is located approximately 12 miles south of Wilmington International Airport. With a population of 6,564 as of the 2020 census, it is part of the Wilmington metropolitan area. In 2000, the town annexed the neighboring community of Wilmington Beach.
1937: Founding of Carolina Beach Elementary School
Carolina Beach Elementary School, the only school located in Carolina Beach, was founded in 1937.
1954: Hurricane Hazel
In 1954, Hurricane Hazel devastated Carolina Beach, destroying 362 buildings.
2000: Annexation of Wilmington Beach
In 2000, the town of Carolina Beach annexed the community of Wilmington Beach.
2013: 2013 Census Estimate
The 2013 census estimate reported 2,296 households and 1,253 families residing in Carolina Beach. The population density was 2,086.4 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the town was 98.94% White, 0.39% African American, 0.50% Asian, and 0.17% from other races.
2020: 2020 United States Census
According to the 2020 United States census, there were 6,564 people, 2,876 households, and 1,764 families residing in Carolina Beach.
2020: 2020 United States Census
The 2020 United States Census recorded Carolina Beach's population at 6,564, with 2,876 households and 1,764 families residing in the town.