| ZIP Code | 27909 |
|---|---|
| City | Elizabeth City |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Pasquotank County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 11 ft |
| Latitude | 36.288605 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.268734 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37139 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 39.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 447 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,459 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 3,686 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 4,931 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,970 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,287 (28.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,039 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $223,400 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,146/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,591 |
| Vacant Units | 2,171 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,591 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,171 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 27909 is located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, within Pasquotank County. With a population of 40,878, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.1 years. Economically, 27909 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,039 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27909 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $223,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,146 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 27909 is majority White (53.77%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.4%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27909 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 27909 in Elizabeth City, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 40,878 residents, a median household income of $64,039, and a median home value of $223,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.