Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 21.0% ▲ 110% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.2% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 980 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 611 (20.7%) |
| Associates | 454 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 431 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 431 (14.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,733 ▼ 40% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $181,007 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,090/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,873 |
| Vacant Units | 1,050 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hyde County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 4,121 residents. With a median age of 47.32, it is a mature county.
Hyde County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $45,732 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 21.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Hyde County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $181,007 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,090. Homeownership rates are high at 75.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hyde County are majority White (57.56%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hyde County, NC is a working-class area in North Carolina. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27824 | Engelhard | 1,093 | $45,255 | $102,700 | $888 | 5.1% | 19.7% |
| 27826 | Fairfield | 1,039 | $42,885 | $154,900 | $814 | 0.0% | 22.0% |
| 27875 | Scranton | 331 | $19,796 | $94,800 | — | 25.0% | 14.0% |
| 27885 | Swanquarter | 949 | $58,448 | $112,300 | $1,385 | 0.0% | 41.7% |