Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 17.5% ▲ 75% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 482 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,474 (31.2%) |
| Some College | 3,758 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 6,173 (20.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,904 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,620 (21.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,501 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $183,379 ▼ 34% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $867/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 24,825 |
| Vacant Units | 5,242 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Beaufort County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 45,638 residents. With a median age of 47.35, it is a mature county.
Beaufort County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,500 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Beaufort County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $183,379 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $867. Homeownership rates are high at 70.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Beaufort County are majority White (64.82%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Beaufort County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27806 | Aurora | 2,199 | $44,306 | $111,200 | $575 | 12.2% | 22.4% |
| 27808 | Bath | 1,976 | $86,644 | $384,500 | $1,237 | 0.1% | 49.2% |
| 27810 | Belhaven | 3,637 | $47,171 | $187,500 | $1,057 | 8.5% | 38.3% |
| 27814 | Blounts Creek | 1,746 | $76,857 | $150,000 | $817 | 7.1% | 46.4% |
| 27817 | Chocowinity | 7,764 | $69,902 | $169,400 | $826 | 8.7% | 34.9% |
| 27821 | Edward | 37 | $91,458 | — | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 27860 | Pantego | 1,349 | $58,750 | $110,900 | $963 | 1.3% | 28.9% |
| 27865 | Pinetown | 2,362 | $74,315 | $180,500 | — | 6.1% | 17.8% |
| 27889 | Washington | 24,568 | $52,694 | $184,100 | $847 | 4.1% | 34.7% |