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Downtown Wilmington

Historic bones. Modern energy. a coastal city with a creative streak.

Welcome to Downtown Wilmington

Historic bones. Modern energy. Downtown Wilmington feels like a coastal city with a creative streak — brick-lined streets, riverfront restaurants, rooftop cocktails, and a pace that shifts effortlessly from weekday productivity to weekend wander. The heart of the neighborhood is the Cape Fear River, where the Wilmington Riverwalk stretches nearly two miles along the waterfront with boutiques, cafés, galleries, and sunset views around every turn.
 
 
 
 
Living here means your calendar fills itself. Catch live music at riverfront venues, spend Saturday mornings at the farmers market, or take a quick walk to local breweries and chef-driven restaurants. Historic homes sit beside luxury condos with water views, giving the neighborhood a layered, lived-in feel that attracts everyone from young professionals to second-home buyers.
 

Points of interest include:

  • Wilmington Riverwalk
  • USS North Carolina Battleship
  • The Cotton Exchange
  • Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
The lifestyle leans walkable, social, and distinctly coastal without feeling overly touristy. You’re minutes from the beach, but downtown itself has enough momentum to stand on its own.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 100470103

$5,495,000

615 N Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
For Sale
MLS® 100544737

$5,199,900

1405 Corbett Street A, Wilmington, NC 28401
24,768 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 100575555

$4,949,900

1701 Cattle Drive, Rocky Point, NC 28457
5 Beds 6 Baths 5,131 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 100568706

$4,400,000

712 N 4th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
For Sale
MLS® 100568713

$4,400,000

711 N 5th Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28401
12,653 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 20678714

$3,900,000

1 Point Habor Road, Wilmington, NC 28401
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Overview for Downtown Wilmington, NC

21,820 people live in Downtown Wilmington, where the median age is 41.6 and the average individual income is $36,582. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,820

Total Population

41.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$36,582

Average individual Income

Around Downtown Wilmington, NC

There's plenty to do around Downtown Wilmington, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

5
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
32
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mike’s Vegan Grill, La Esquina, and Memory Lane Comics.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Mike’s Vegan Grill Logo
Dining 4.88 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
La Esquina Logo
Dining 2.8 miles 9 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Memory Lane Comics Logo
Shopping 3.95 miles 25 reviews 5/5 stars
Modern Legend Logo
Shopping 3.91 miles 16 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Serendipity Wedding Dance Logo
Active 3.7 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Wilmington Riverwalk Logo
Active 4.17 miles 23 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown Wilmington, NC

Population Households Employment

Downtown Wilmington has 10,776 households, with an average household size of 1.91. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown Wilmington do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,820 people call Downtown Wilmington home. The population density is 704.16 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,820

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.6

Median Age

46 / 54%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
10,776

Total Households

1.91

Average Household Size

$36,582

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Downtown Wilmington, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Downtown Wilmington. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Stephanie Vogel

Phone

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Email

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Address

110 Dungannon Blvd Ste 100 Wilmington, NC 28403

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