Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 16.1% ▲ 61% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.2% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 196 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,786 (33.4%) |
| Some College | 1,992 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 2,291 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 1,976 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,095 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,528 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,348 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $707/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,640 |
| Vacant Units | 3,582 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Montgomery County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 23,733 residents. With a median age of 40.69, it is a middle-aged county.
Montgomery County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,527 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 16.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Montgomery County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $141,348 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $706. Homeownership rates are high at 70.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Montgomery County are majority White (62.08%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Montgomery County, NC is a solidly middle-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27209 | Biscoe | 3,935 | $43,795 | $121,200 | $614 | 4.7% | 31.3% |
| 27229 | Candor | 3,270 | $47,891 | $101,700 | $947 | 1.9% | 32.7% |
| 27306 | Mount Gilead | 5,457 | $57,202 | $148,700 | $780 | 3.1% | 36.0% |
| 27356 | Star | 3,112 | $58,156 | $155,400 | $752 | 1.9% | 37.1% |
| 27371 | Troy | 7,842 | $62,392 | $157,300 | $584 | 1.5% | 37.5% |