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27242

North Carolina · 1,674 residents · 50.8 sq mi
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ZIP 27242 is a ZIP code of 1,674 people in Moore County. Four-year degrees are less common here than nationally, at 19% of adults. The poverty rate is 24.7%, above the 12.5% national rate. People stay put here: 98% were in the same home a year ago. Median rent is $724 a month. Getting to work takes 36 minutes on average.

Population
1,674
Per capita income
$25,432
US average: $44,673
Bachelor's+
18.9%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
50.8 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Median age
38.8
Under 18
27.3%
Age 65+
14.3%
Male
58.7%
Female
41.3%
Avg household
2.46 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic69.4%(1,162)
Black15.5%(260)
Hispanic / Latino14.9%(250)
Asian0%(0)
Other0.1%(2)
Diversity Score
59
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Within Moore County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWESTHIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
27281$74,547
27325$54,898
27376$74,598
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 27242?

ZIP code 27242 has about 1,674 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

Is ZIP code 27242 expensive?

In ZIP code 27242, the typical rent is about $724 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 27242?

About 18.9% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 27242 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 27242?

About 24.7% of people in ZIP code 27242 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Moore County

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024