Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 10.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 42.0% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 384 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,729 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 5,628 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 5,724 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,901 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,395 (29.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,365 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $269,953 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,127/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 26,490 |
| Vacant Units | 3,601 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pender County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 60,741 residents. With a median age of 41.13, it is a middle-aged county.
Pender County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $75,365 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 10.3% is near the national average.
Housing in Pender County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $269,953 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,126. Homeownership rates are high at 81.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pender County are primarily White (71.89%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Pender County, NC is a middle-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28421 | Atkinson | 2,130 | $56,154 | $109,000 | $669 | 2.0% | 22.4% |
| 28425 | Burgaw | 10,823 | $65,163 | $206,300 | $989 | 5.4% | 37.1% |
| 28435 | Currie | 2,012 | $41,200 | $154,900 | $581 | 14.0% | 27.0% |
| 28443 | Hampstead | 27,203 | $89,392 | $356,500 | $1,372 | 5.9% | 53.3% |
| 28454 | Maple Hill | 2,851 | $68,889 | $193,400 | $1,665 | 0.3% | 37.4% |
| 28457 | Rocky Point | 11,131 | $66,860 | $233,300 | $866 | 7.1% | 33.8% |
| 28478 | Willard | 4,591 | $64,830 | $168,700 | $751 | 8.2% | 24.2% |