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27842

North Carolina · 1,538 residents · 10.54 sq mi
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ZIP 27842 is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $91,202. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $490,600. With a median age of 62.7, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. The poverty rate of 22.7% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 82% more than the Northampton County median. Among the 10 ZIP codes in Northampton County, 27842 ranks 1st by median household income.

$91,202
US average: $82,259
$490,600
US average: $376,019
40.9%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
8.5%
Age 65+
46.0%
48.4%
51.6%
2.02 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic73.5%(1,130)
Black21.3%(328)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other5.2%(80)
Diversity Score51.5%(792)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Northampton County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST1ST OF 10HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
27820$50,909
27831$36,136
27832$52,194
27845$48,707
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 27842?

ZIP code 27842 has about 1,538 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 27842?

The typical household in ZIP code 27842 earns about $91,202 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 27842 expensive?

In ZIP code 27842, the median home is worth about $490,600, and the typical rent is about $788 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 27842?

About 40.9% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 27842 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 27842?

About 22.7% of people in ZIP code 27842 live below the federal poverty line.

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