27944 ZIP Code – Hertford, North Carolina
27944 is a mid-sized ZIP code in Hertford, North Carolina, part of Perquimans County with a population of approximately 11,204 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $59,594, which is near the North Carolina average and below the national figure. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $219,400, below the national average, with 78.0% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $1,048, which is near the U.S. average. Housing consists of 72% single-family (decreasing).
Unemployment stands at 4.7%, which is near the U.S. rate. About 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line, near the national rate. Bachelor's degree attainment is 20.4%, below the national average. At 53.6, the median age is above the national figure. Nearby ZIP codes include 27985, 27909, 27919.
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ZIP 27944 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 27944 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11k | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $59k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $219k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,048 | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 53.6 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 20.4% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 27985 – Winfall
- 27909 – Elizabeth City
- 27919 – Belvidere
- 27932 – Edenton
- 27980 – Tyner
- 27946 – Hobbsville
- 27921 – Camden
- 27979 – Sunbury
- 27942 – Harrellsville
- 27957 – Merry Hill
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27985 | WINFALL | 325 | $52,250 |
| 27909 | ELIZABETH CITY | 40,490 | $61,499 |
| 27919 | BELVIDERE | 785 | $56,088 |
| 27932 | EDENTON | 12,881 | $49,814 |
| 27980 | TYNER | 1,572 | $72,528 |