County profile · North Carolina
Currituck County, NC market data
How Currituck County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 33,158
- +16.7% since 2020
- Households
- 11,845
- Median household income
- $93,511
- +33.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $378,800
- Jobs located here
- 7,011
- Highest market score
- 98
- Insurance agencies, #2 of 2,272 scored counties
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What this means
Currituck County has an estimated 33,158 people and 11,845 households. Population estimates put the population change in Currituck County from 2020 to 2025 at +16.7%, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Currituck County is $93,511, 16% above the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 33.7%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Currituck County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 167, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (93).
Of the business types scored in Currituck County, insurance agencies (98); hair salons (89); and salons, barbers and spas (86) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For insurance agencies, that ranks #2 of 2,272 scored counties.
Currituck County is part of the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for HVAC and plumbing companies (2.7 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (63% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Currituck County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Currituck County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance agencies | 98 | #2 of 2,272 | 10 | 8.4 | $3.9M | 308 | 5 |
| Hair salons | 89 | #14 of 2,339 | 13 | 11.0 | $922K | 214 | 4 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 86 | #29 of 2,394 | 37 | 31.2 | $398K | 261 | 9 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 86 | #29 of 2,385 | 28 | 23.6 | $428K | 201 | 6 |
| Gyms | 85 | #36 of 1,792 | 7 | 5.9 | $1.5M | 119 | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | 83 | #45 of 1,769 | 8 | 6.8 | $1.5M | 171 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 81 | #86 of 1,656 | 6 | 5.1 | $2.5M | 138 | 6 |
| Pet businesses | 78 | #113 of 2,200 | 18 | 15.2 | $681K | 78 | 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 76 | #113 of 1,461 | 6 | 5.1 | $2M | 80 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 75 | #144 of 2,088 | 16 | 13.5 | $676K | 102 | 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 72 | #318 of 2,210 | 15 | 12.7 | $1.7M | 190 | 12 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 70 | #376 of 2,087 | 11 | 9.3 | $2.3M | 180 | 12 |
| Physical therapy | 66 | #313 of 1,422 | 6 | 5.1 | $2.5M | 102 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | 66 | #509 of 2,070 | 7 | 5.9 | $11M | 119 | 9 |
| Roofing and gutters | 65 | #261 of 1,177 | 5 | 4.2 | $7.6M | 90 | 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 65 | #547 of 2,401 | 51 | 43.1 | $286K | 107 | 22 |
| Auto repair shops | 64 | #578 of 2,378 | 29 | 24.5 | $504K | 113 | 20 |
| Gas stations | 64 | #606 of 2,358 | 24 | 20.3 | $1.9M | 79 | 18 |
| Convenience stores | 64 | #634 of 2,261 | 17 | 14.4 | $4.5M | 58 | 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 56 | #323 of 887 | 6 | 5.1 | Index only | 84 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 56 | #930 of 2,222 | 21 | 17.7 | $2.4M | 80 | 25 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 55 | #996 of 2,402 | 32 | 27.0 | $2.4M | 71 | 12 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 51 | #690 of 1,493 | 10 | 8.4 | $2M | 67 | 24 |
| Pizza | 50 | #1,051 of 2,090 | 19 | 16.0 | $2.7M | 53 | 25 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 49 | #1,241 of 2,405 | 81 | 68.4 | $631K | 95 | 40 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 46 | #1,186 of 2,063 | 18 | 15.2 | $2.8M | 77 | 16 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 44 | #505 of 777 | 6 | 5.1 | $1.8M | 44 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 44 | #1,474 of 2,405 | 171 | 144.4 | $299K | 81 | 81 |
| House cleaning | 40 | #611 of 847 | 6 | 5.1 | $3.3M | 51 | 16 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 40 | #1,279 of 1,771 | 22 | 18.6 | $888K | 53 | 45 |
| Home repair trades | 40 | #1,516 of 2,057 | 27 | 22.8 | $1.4M | 58 | 41 |
| Real estate | 40 | #1,648 of 2,229 | 72 | 60.8 | Index only | 63 | 37 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 39 | #1,340 of 1,889 | 24 | 20.3 | $2.1M | 51 | 16 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 39 | #1,672 of 2,176 | 60 | 50.7 | Index only | 60 | 24 |
| Pest control | 38 | #519 of 699 | 6 | 5.1 | $3.3M | 32 | 5 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 38 | #1,296 of 1,707 | 20 | 16.9 | $1.9M | 40 | 25 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.4 | $3.7M | 145 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.4 | $1.7M | 168 | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.4 | $3M | 179 | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.4 | $3.1M | 68 | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.5 | $4M | 212 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.5 | $4.9M | 499 | 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.5 | Index only | 25 | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.5 | $3.6M | 179 | 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.5 | Index only | 118 | 9 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.5 | $4.1M | 150 | 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.7 | $7.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.7 | $19.1M | Too few | 13 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.7 | $7.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.8 | $14.6M | Too few | 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.8 | $25.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Currituck County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $14.6M | $1,233 | 129 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $45.5M | $3,841 | 148 |
| Food away from home | $51.1M | $4,313 | 106 |
| Groceries | $77.2M | $6,521 | 103 |
| Personal care products and services | $12M | $1,012 | 101 |
| Child care and other personal services | $6.7M | $568 | 98 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $10.8M | $914 | 93 |
| Medical and dental services | $14.7M | $1,243 | 97 |
| Pets | $12.3M | $1,035 | 114 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $25.1M | $2,121 | 103 |
| Vehicle insurance | $38.7M | $3,266 | 167 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $38.2M | $3,223 | 107 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $19.5M | $1,650 | 117 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $197.1M | $16,638 | 100 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Currituck County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 33,158+16.7% since 2020
- Households
- 11,845
- Median age
- 42.6
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 87%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.4
- Land area
- 262 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 117
- Median household income
- $93,511+33.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $118,114
- Median home value
- $378,800
- Jobs located here
- 7,011
- Daytime population
- 23,934Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Currituck County, NC growing?
Population estimates put Currituck County at 33,158 people in 2025, up 16.7% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 11,845 households. Median household income rose 33.7% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Currituck County, NC spend?
Households in Currituck County spend about $197.1M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $77.2M on groceries and $51.1M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Currituck County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 167, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (93).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Currituck County, NC?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Currituck County are for insurance agencies (98); hair salons (89); and salons, barbers and spas (86). Currituck County ranks #2 of 2,272 scored counties for insurance agencies.
How does Currituck County, NC compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Currituck County is $93,511 a year, 16% above the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 16.7% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $378,800, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Currituck County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for HVAC and plumbing companies (2.7 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (63% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 36 of the 56 business types have a score in Currituck County, each ranked against other counties.
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