Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 18.8% ▲ 88% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.4% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 43% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 347 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,394 (31.8%) |
| Some College | 2,554 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 2,372 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,865 (13.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,305 (16.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,205 ▼ 37% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $109,987 ▼ 61% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $725/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,107 |
| Vacant Units | 1,787 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Martin County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,385 residents. With a median age of 45.9, it is a mature county.
Martin County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,204 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Martin County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $109,987 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $725. Homeownership rates are high at 68.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Martin County are majority White (53.1%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Martin County, NC is a working-class area in North Carolina. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27825 | Everetts | 102 | $43,194 | $78,000 | $850 | 7.4% | 31.1% |
| 27840 | Hamilton | 254 | $24,596 | $62,300 | — | 20.5% | 14.0% |
| 27841 | Hassell | 49 | $21,058 | — | $688 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 27846 | Jamesville | 2,689 | $44,511 | $102,900 | $703 | 9.8% | 39.8% |
| 27857 | Oak City | 1,211 | $60,158 | $84,700 | — | 0.7% | 33.3% |
| 27861 | Parmele | 134 | $21,719 | $72,800 | — | 0.0% | 19.0% |
| 27871 | Robersonville | 3,559 | $55,067 | $114,200 | $759 | 6.6% | 22.2% |
| 27892 | Williamston | 13,387 | $46,892 | $114,100 | $720 | 7.0% | 31.0% |