Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -0.36 |
| Below Poverty | 13.4% ▲ 34% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 812 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 16,118 (24.5%) |
| Some College | 10,448 (15.9%) |
| Associates | 12,160 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 8,545 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,732 (26.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,579 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $203,204 ▼ 27% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,083/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 48,609 |
| Vacant Units | 6,197 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Craven County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 103,868 residents. With a median age of 41.52, it is a middle-aged county.
Craven County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,579 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Craven County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $203,204 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,083. Homeownership rates are high at 69.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Craven County are majority White (65.5%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Craven County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28519 | Bridgeton | 534 | $36,012 | $135,800 | $1,082 | 12.4% | 53.4% |
| 28523 | Cove City | 2,710 | $45,283 | $167,700 | $667 | 2.4% | 33.1% |
| 28526 | Dover | 1,849 | $48,929 | $118,600 | $867 | 1.0% | 47.7% |
| 28527 | Ernul | 1,203 | $63,375 | $174,500 | $1,567 | 0.8% | 21.4% |
| 28532 | Havelock | 19,918 | $65,772 | $193,200 | $1,270 | 5.2% | 34.5% |
| 28560 | New Bern | 27,981 | $62,142 | $191,600 | $992 | 4.7% | 37.2% |
| 28562 | New Bern | 38,838 | $74,620 | $246,400 | $1,131 | 2.8% | 47.2% |
| 28586 | Vanceboro | 8,094 | $46,486 | $100,600 | $828 | 8.5% | 24.9% |