| ZIP Code | 27017 |
|---|---|
| City | Dobson |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Surry County |
| Area Code | 336/743 |
| Elevation | 1,279 ft |
| Latitude | 36.382016 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.756218 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37171 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 15.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 210 (3.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,690 (31.5%) |
| Some College | 823 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 925 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 779 (14.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 941 (17.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,087 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,800 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $676/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,187 |
| Vacant Units | 663 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,187 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 663 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 27017 is located in Dobson, North Carolina, within Surry County. With a population of 9,594, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 27017 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,087 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27017 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $138,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $676 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 27017 is majority White (69.12%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.6%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27017 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 27017 in Dobson, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,594 residents, a median household income of $57,087, and a median home value of $138,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.