Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 24.1% ▲ 141% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 385 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,149 (33%) |
| Some College | 2,042 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 2,536 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,810 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,680 (23.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,574 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $212,626 ▼ 24% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $918/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,524 |
| Vacant Units | 1,615 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Person County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 24,055 residents. With a median age of 41.57, it is a middle-aged county.
Person County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,573 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 24.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Person County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $212,626 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $918. Homeownership rates are high at 70.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Person County are majority White (61.98%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Person County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27541 | Hurdle Mills | 3,862 | $74,561 | $237,900 | $1,579 | 1.5% | 39.7% |
| 27573 | Roxboro | 11,954 | $44,234 | $159,800 | $761 | 5.0% | 33.8% |
| 27343 | Semora | 1,606 | $97,104 | $375,000 | — | 4.3% | 27.1% |
| 27583 | Timberlake | 6,633 | $76,659 | $253,800 | $817 | 3.6% | 36.9% |