Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.8% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 600 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,668 (23.7%) |
| Some College | 3,435 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 4,548 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 3,746 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,407 (38.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,279 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $295,215 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $978/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 23,393 |
| Vacant Units | 2,324 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chatham County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 50,791 residents. With a median age of 44.33, it is a middle-aged county.
Chatham County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $79,278 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Chatham County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $295,215 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $978. Homeownership rates are high at 77.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Chatham County are majority White (66.6%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Chatham County, NC is a middle-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27207 | Bear Creek | 4,129 | $68,240 | $188,800 | $588 | 0.8% | 38.0% |
| 27208 | Bennett | 1,615 | $60,333 | $167,800 | — | 0.0% | 33.0% |
| 27252 | Goldston | 1,066 | $37,934 | $168,100 | $900 | 0.6% | 23.4% |
| 27559 | Moncure | 2,607 | $63,750 | $347,000 | $1,341 | 1.6% | 45.7% |
| 27312 | Pittsboro | 22,443 | $100,505 | $423,200 | $933 | 2.8% | 63.2% |
| 27344 | Siler City | 18,804 | $62,493 | $176,800 | $1,072 | 2.5% | 37.2% |