| ZIP Code | 27972 |
|---|---|
| City | Salvo |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Dare County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 1 ft |
| Latitude | 35.552458 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.471299 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.0 yrs ↓ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.7% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 43 (23.8%) |
| Some College | 34 (18.8%) |
| Associates | 25 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 79 (43.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,405 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $366,700 ▲ 32% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 709 |
| Vacant Units | 615 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 709 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 615 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 27972 is located in Salvo, North Carolina, within Dare County. With a population of 228, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40 years. Economically, 27972 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,405 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27972 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $366,700 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 72.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 27972 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are well-educated — 43.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average.
A notably high share of workers — 28% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 44%.
Overall, ZIP code 27972 in Salvo, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 228 residents, a median household income of $64,405, and a median home value of $366,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.