Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 20.1% ▲ 101% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.8% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 249 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,262 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 2,060 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 1,973 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 1,459 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,328 (18.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,624 ▼ 40% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $108,767 ▼ 61% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $820/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,800 |
| Vacant Units | 1,562 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hertford County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,173 residents. With a median age of 42.58, it is a middle-aged county.
Hertford County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $45,624 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 20.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Hertford County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $108,767 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $819. Homeownership rates are high at 65.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hertford County are majority Black (56.65%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hertford County, NC is a working-class area in North Carolina. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27910 | Ahoskie | 10,427 | $43,950 | $112,500 | $785 | 6.2% | 34.2% |
| 27922 | Cofield | 727 | $36,719 | $125,800 | $763 | 14.6% | 20.7% |
| 27818 | Como | 1,158 | $55,185 | $86,400 | $782 | 0.0% | 25.6% |
| 27942 | Harrellsville | 645 | $42,778 | $99,600 | — | 5.2% | 20.5% |
| 27855 | Murfreesboro | 5,635 | $47,500 | $99,800 | $883 | 2.6% | 29.7% |
| 27986 | Winton | 1,581 | $48,235 | $128,400 | $879 | 8.8% | 25.0% |