Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 10.9% ▲ 9% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.3% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 878 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 16,015 (19.8%) |
| Some College | 7,637 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 13,087 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 11,093 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 31,971 (39.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,056 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $301,340 ▲ 8% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,276/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 56,420 |
| Vacant Units | 7,150 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Moore County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 124,022 residents. With a median age of 41.51, it is a middle-aged county.
Moore County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,055 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.9% is near the national average.
Housing in Moore County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $301,340 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,275. Homeownership rates are high at 73.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Moore County are primarily White (70.68%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 52.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Moore County, NC is a middle-income area in North Carolina. The 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28315 | Aberdeen | 14,143 | $73,079 | $279,700 | $1,131 | 2.8% | 46.8% |
| 28326 | Cameron | 25,981 | $77,197 | $244,500 | $1,489 | 6.5% | 46.2% |
| 28327 | Carthage | 18,984 | $84,850 | $299,500 | $1,362 | 4.0% | 52.6% |
| 27242 | Eagle Springs | 1,666 | $38,431 | $117,900 | $702 | 8.8% | 34.8% |
| 27281 | Jackson Springs | 3,290 | $71,021 | $289,400 | $971 | 0.8% | 44.7% |
| 28373 | Pinebluff | 2,508 | $74,375 | $230,800 | $882 | 5.5% | 38.0% |
| 28374 | Pinehurst | 19,501 | $106,746 | $440,400 | $1,691 | 4.0% | 71.9% |
| 27325 | Robbins | 7,261 | $50,941 | $109,900 | $646 | 3.4% | 27.6% |
| 28387 | Southern Pines | 15,643 | $73,587 | $366,600 | $1,137 | 4.8% | 64.4% |
| 28394 | Vass | 5,091 | $87,407 | $275,300 | $1,130 | 2.1% | 46.2% |
| 27376 | West End | 9,693 | $74,891 | $314,700 | $984 | 6.8% | 48.7% |