Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 19.2% ▲ 92% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.3% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 65 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,641 (42.7%) |
| Some College | 2,471 (18.7%) |
| Associates | 1,736 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,624 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,687 (12.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,203 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,456 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $875/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,016 |
| Vacant Units | 1,618 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Anson County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 22,077 residents. With a median age of 42.32, it is a middle-aged county.
Anson County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,203 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Anson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $138,456 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $875. Homeownership rates are high at 65.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Anson County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 46.6%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Anson County, NC is a working-class area in North Carolina. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28007 | Ansonville | 800 | $52,422 | $98,800 | $747 | 3.3% | 20.4% |
| 28091 | Lilesville | 1,990 | $54,333 | $128,200 | $865 | 12.5% | 28.6% |
| 28119 | Morven | 2,454 | $38,444 | $100,900 | $858 | 7.4% | 24.3% |
| 28133 | Peachland | 2,027 | $55,675 | $160,500 | $975 | 3.1% | 20.5% |
| 28135 | Polkton | 5,087 | $65,313 | $211,900 | $962 | 2.2% | 20.6% |
| 28170 | Wadesboro | 9,595 | $36,139 | $109,900 | $825 | 8.6% | 28.7% |