Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 19.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 930 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,462 (33.7%) |
| Some College | 5,993 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 6,060 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 5,235 (14.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,288 (17%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,855 ▼ 39% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $107,349 ▼ 61% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $801/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 29,299 |
| Vacant Units | 3,974 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lenoir County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 60,465 residents. With a median age of 41.06, it is a middle-aged county.
Lenoir County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,854 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.8%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lenoir County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $107,349 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $801. Homeownership rates are high at 61.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lenoir County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.7%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lenoir County, NC is a working-class area in North Carolina. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28525 | Deep Run | 2,684 | $53,750 | $80,200 | $756 | 2.9% | 25.3% |
| 28501 | Kinston | 18,112 | $33,823 | $78,600 | $717 | 9.4% | 25.1% |
| 28504 | Kinston | 20,325 | $50,650 | $124,500 | $905 | 6.6% | 34.8% |
| 28551 | La Grange | 13,264 | $52,449 | $119,700 | $714 | 5.7% | 35.2% |
| 28572 | Pink Hill | 6,080 | $57,740 | $120,700 | $914 | 4.0% | 28.9% |