Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 21.2% ▲ 112% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.3% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 157 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,307 (31.7%) |
| Some College | 2,408 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 2,965 (17.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,276 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,625 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,997 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $140,784 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $749/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,805 |
| Vacant Units | 3,133 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bladen County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,382 residents. With a median age of 44.92, it is a middle-aged county.
Bladen County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,996 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 21.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Bladen County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $140,784 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $749. Homeownership rates are high at 68.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bladen County are majority White (55.05%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Bladen County, NC is a working-class area in North Carolina. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28320 | Bladenboro | 7,990 | $56,889 | $103,200 | $763 | 5.1% | 39.3% |
| 28433 | Clarkton | 4,199 | $49,922 | $151,700 | $891 | 9.4% | 31.5% |
| 28434 | Council | 643 | $43,716 | $152,000 | $580 | 1.1% | 37.5% |
| 28332 | Dublin | 786 | $57,727 | $109,600 | $692 | 0.4% | 33.5% |
| 28337 | Elizabethtown | 8,747 | $37,224 | $179,600 | $682 | 0.6% | 38.6% |
| 28448 | Kelly | 901 | $51,377 | $130,400 | — | 2.1% | 20.3% |
| 28392 | Tar Heel | 1,564 | $72,019 | $107,800 | $742 | 0.1% | 30.9% |
| 28399 | White Oak | 1,552 | $45,395 | $136,400 | $779 | 4.2% | 19.9% |