| ZIP Code | 27842 |
|---|---|
| City | Henrico |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Northampton County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 225 ft |
| Latitude | 36.526749 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.851988 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 63.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 22.7% ▲ 127% above avg |
| College Grads | 56.4% ▲ 46% above avg |
| Unemployment | 11.4% ▲ 132% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 223 (18.8%) |
| Some College | 116 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 165 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 208 (17.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 463 (38.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,500 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $482,100 ▲ 73% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,156/mo |
| Total Units | 1,927 |
| Vacant Units | 1,243 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,927 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,243 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 27842 is located in Henrico, North Carolina, within Northampton County. With a population of 1,439, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 63.2 years. Economically, 27842 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,500 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27842 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $482,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,156 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 27842 is primarily White (73.80%). Residents are well-educated — 56.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.7%. Household income has grown by 50% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27842 stands at 11.4%, which is more than double the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 27842 in Henrico, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,439 residents, a median household income of $87,500, and a median home value of $482,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.