Wilmington Island SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Wilmington Island summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Wilmington Island. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Georgia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Wilmington Island is 112 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Wilmington Island is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Wilmington Island is $443,298.
The median income in Wilmington Island is $93,924.
Wilmington Island's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Wilmington Island Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Wilmington Island | Georgia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 112 | 95 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 102 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 145 | 88 | 100 |
| Housing | 100 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 104 | 104 | 100 |
| Utilities | 103 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Wilmington Island, GA Weather
The average high in Wilmington Island is 76.3° and the average low is 57.2°.
There are 70.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 48.5 inches of precipitation each year with 0.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Wilmington Island |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 76.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 57.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 70.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 48.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Wilmington Island Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Wilmington Island
The current population in Wilmington Island is 13,905. The population has decreased 12.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13,905 | -3.8% |
| 2023 | 14,457 | -5.1% |
| 2022 | 15,235 | -1.8% |
| 2021 | 15,521 | -0.6% |
| 2020 | 15,607 | -1.4% |
| 2019 | 15,834 | 2.9% |
| 2018 | 15,391 | 0.4% |
| 2017 | 15,329 | 2.2% |
| 2016 | 15,005 | 1.5% |
| 2015 | 14,781 | -3.6% |
| 2014 | 15,338 | 3.6% |
| 2013 | 14,800 | -3.6% |
| 2012 | 15,360 | -2.5% |
| 2011 | 15,751 | -0.6% |
| 2010 | 15,849 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Wilmington Island
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Wilmington Island is:
90.5% White with 12,585 White residents.
1.2% African American with 173 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
2.2% Asian with 312 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
1.3% Other with 180 Other residents.
2.0% Two Or More with 285 Two Or More residents.
2.7% Hispanic with 370 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Wilmington Island | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 90.5% | 49.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.2% | 30.7% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.2% | 4.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 2.0% | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 2.7% | 11.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Wilmington Island
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Wilmington Island is 53.1% female with 7,380 female residents.
Wilmington Island is 46.9% male with 6,525 male residents.
| Gender | Wilmington Island | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.2% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.8% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Wilmington Island for adults over 25
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0.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed 9-12th grade.
17.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed associate's degree.
34.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed bachelor's degree.
14.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Wilmington Island completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Wilmington Island | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 0.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 17.0% | 27.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 14.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Wilmington Island, Georgia
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1.4% of households in Wilmington Island earn Less than $10,000.
2.4% of households in Wilmington Island earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.2% of households in Wilmington Island earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.0% of households in Wilmington Island earn $25,000 to $34,999.
8.3% of households in Wilmington Island earn $35,000 to $49,999.
19.8% of households in Wilmington Island earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.0% of households in Wilmington Island earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.7% of households in Wilmington Island earn $100,000 to $149,999.
16.3% of households in Wilmington Island earn $150,000 to $199,999.
11.8% of households in Wilmington Island earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Wilmington Island | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.4% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.4% | 3.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.2% | 6.6% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.0% | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 8.3% | 10.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.8% | 15.9% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.0% | 13.0% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.7% | 17.3% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 16.3% | 9.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 11.8% | 11.9% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
