Moving to Hatteras
Village near the southern tip of Hatteras Island.
Quick answer
Is Hatteras, NC a good place to move?
- Where
- Dare County, in North Carolina's Coast
- Known for
- Sport fishing, Ferry to Ocracoke, Cape Hatteras National Seashore
- Nearest city & airport
- Norfolk, VA; Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
- Often suits
- Beach and boating lovers; Retirees who want mild winters; Buyers open to a second-home lifestyle
Hatteras at a glance
- County
- Dare County
- Region
- Coast
Known for
- Sport fishing
- Ferry to Ocracoke
- Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Nearest city and airport: Norfolk, VA; Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
Who the Coast suits
- Beach and boating lovers
- Retirees who want mild winters
- Buyers open to a second-home lifestyle
Hatteras · Village near the southern tip of Hatteras Island.
Mild winters, snow is rare; hot, humid summers.
- 44°F
- January avg
- 80°F
- July avg
- 53 in
- Rain a year
Live: National Weather Service. Averages: NOAA NCEI Climate at a Glance, NC climate divisions, 1991–2020 averages (Central Coastal Plain).
Homes in Hatteras
Ask us about homes here. Hatteras is outside the MLS we publish listings from, so tell us what you're looking for and we'll send matching homes.
Questions people ask about Hatteras
What is Hatteras known for?
Village near the southern tip of Hatteras Island. Locals point to sport fishing, ferry to ocracoke, cape hatteras national seashore.
What's the nearest city and airport to Hatteras?
Norfolk, VA; Norfolk International Airport (ORF). Check drive times in a mapping app at the hours you'd really travel.
What is the weather like in Hatteras?
Hatteras is in the Coast. See the climate chart on this page for average highs, lows and rainfall by month.
Can True North help me buy in Hatteras?
Yes. We'll guide your move and, where we don't work directly, introduce a trusted local agent and stay your point of contact.
Moving anywhere in North Carolina? We'll make it smooth and stress-free.
You focus on the new chapter. A local True North agent guides the rest, from the mountains to the coast.
- A personal Zoom tour of the areas you're considering
- Neighborhood shortlists that fit your budget and lifestyle
- Introductions to trusted lenders, inspectors and movers
- Rent-before-you-buy options while you get to know the area
- One point of contact from your first call to your keys