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27942

North Carolina · 766 residents · 27.803 sq mi
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ZIP 27942 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $44,271. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $114,000. With a median age of 54.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 6 ZIP codes in Hertford County, 27942 ranks 4th by median household income.

$44,271
US average: $82,259
$114,000
US average: $376,019
14.0%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
21.7%
Age 65+
30.2%
44.9%
55.1%
2.10 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic68.4%(524)
Black29.2%(224)
Hispanic / Latino2.2%(17)
Asian0%(0)
Other0.1%(1)
Diversity Score55.8%(427)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Hertford County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST4TH OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
27818$58,478
27855$42,938
27910$43,144
27922$49,250
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 27942?

ZIP code 27942 has about 766 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 27942?

The typical household in ZIP code 27942 earns about $44,271 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 27942 expensive?

In ZIP code 27942, the median home is worth about $114,000.

How educated are people in ZIP code 27942?

About 14.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 27942 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 27942?

About 23.9% of people in ZIP code 27942 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Hertford County
Other ZIP codes in Hertford County
ZIP 27910ZIP 27855ZIP 27986ZIP 27818ZIP 27922

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