| ZIP Code | 27938 |
|---|---|
| City | Gatesville |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Gates County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 21 ft |
| Latitude | 36.384296 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.716 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 9.1% ▼ 77% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.3% ▲ 151% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 544 (44.3%) |
| Some College | 129 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 443 (36.1%) |
| Bachelors | 28 (2.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 83 (6.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,757 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,200 ▼ 57% below avg ↓ 5% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 874 |
| Vacant Units | 104 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 874 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 104 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 27938 is located in Gatesville, North Carolina, within Gates County. With a population of 1,863, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.4 years. Economically, 27938 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,757 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27938 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,200 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 82.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 5% since 2019.
The population of 27938 is majority Black (51.10%). Residents are less-educated — 9.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.1%. Household income has grown by 2% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27938 stands at 12.3%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 27938 in Gatesville, NC is characterized as working-class, less-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,863 residents, a median household income of $49,757, and a median home value of $119,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.