History of Carolina Beach, North Carolina in Timeline

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Carolina Beach, North Carolina

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.