Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 24.1% ▲ 141% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.0% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.6% ▲ 75% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 595 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,065 (38.2%) |
| Some College | 4,364 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 5,285 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 3,311 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,939 (18.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,282 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,888 ▼ 59% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $752/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 27,633 |
| Vacant Units | 5,751 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Halifax County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 52,052 residents. With a median age of 44.13, it is a middle-aged county.
Halifax County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,281 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 24.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Halifax County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $113,888 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $752. Homeownership rates are high at 64.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Halifax County are majority Black (50.14%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Halifax County, NC is a working-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27823 | Enfield | 6,498 | $33,549 | $87,100 | $652 | 11.7% | 16.6% |
| 27839 | Halifax | 3,595 | $51,818 | $94,400 | $867 | 6.1% | 29.9% |
| 27843 | Hobgood | 976 | $56,726 | $94,300 | $769 | 7.9% | 15.6% |
| 27844 | Hollister | 3,361 | $38,058 | $90,500 | $692 | 11.4% | 22.3% |
| 27850 | Littleton | 6,817 | $65,651 | $177,800 | $622 | 2.8% | 39.9% |
| 27870 | Roanoke Rapids | 24,778 | $48,994 | $117,300 | $835 | 8.9% | 31.1% |
| 27874 | Scotland Neck | 3,677 | $37,500 | $79,500 | $570 | 9.1% | 27.7% |
| 27890 | Weldon | 2,350 | $31,544 | $91,800 | $728 | 12.0% | 25.3% |