| ZIP Code | 28327 |
|---|---|
| City | Carthage |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Moore County |
| Area Code | 472/910 |
| Elevation | 432 ft |
| Latitude | 35.358148 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.422784 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 40 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,189 (18.3%) |
| Some College | 1,346 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 2,112 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,890 (15.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,414 (36.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,850 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $299,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,362/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,874 |
| Vacant Units | 752 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,874 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 752 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 28327 is located in Carthage, North Carolina, within Moore County. With a population of 18,984, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.8 years. Economically, 28327 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,850 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 28327 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $299,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,362 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 66% since 2019.
The population of 28327 is primarily White (83.25%). Residents are well-educated — 52.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 28327 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 28327 in Carthage, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,984 residents, a median household income of $84,850, and a median home value of $299,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.