| ZIP Code | 27870 |
|---|---|
| City | Roanoke Rapids |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Halifax County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 221 ft |
| Latitude | 36.425216 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.695139 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 22.4% ▲ 124% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.1% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.9% ▲ 82% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 247 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,150 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 2,367 (15.9%) |
| Associates | 2,503 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,450 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,178 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,994 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $117,300 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $835/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,578 |
| Vacant Units | 1,353 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,578 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,353 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 27870 is located in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, within Halifax County. With a population of 24,778, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.1 years. Economically, 27870 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,994 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27870 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $117,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $835 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.5%) and renters (40.5%). Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 27870 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.1%. Residents are moderately educated — 31.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.4%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27870 stands at 8.9%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 27870 in Roanoke Rapids, NC is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 24,778 residents, a median household income of $48,994, and a median home value of $117,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.