| ZIP Code | 27959 |
|---|---|
| City | Nags Head |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Dare County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 1 ft |
| Latitude | 35.891936 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.603436 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.0 yrs ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.90 |
| Below Poverty | 2.5% ▼ 75% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.7% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 417 (16.7%) |
| Some College | 234 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 382 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 170 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,296 (51.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,619 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $451,100 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,005/mo ↓ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,214 |
| Vacant Units | 3,588 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.90 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,214 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,588 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.90 |
ZIP code 27959 is located in Nags Head, North Carolina, within Dare County. With a population of 3,172, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59 years. Economically, 27959 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,619 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27959 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $451,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,005 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 27959 is primarily White (92.40%). Residents are well-educated — 58.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.5%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27959 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 27959 in Nags Head, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,172 residents, a median household income of $87,619, and a median home value of $451,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.