Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 18.6% ▲ 86% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.4% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.4% ▲ 51% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,256 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 23,917 (24%) |
| Some College | 10,880 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 15,020 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 14,003 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 34,493 (34.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,252 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $192,578 ▼ 31% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $975/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 83,499 |
| Vacant Units | 8,598 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pitt County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 175,396 residents. With a median age of 33.6, it is a relatively young county.
Pitt County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,252 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.4%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Pitt County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $192,578 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $975.
The residents of Pitt County are majority White (52.26%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 49.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Pitt County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28513 | Ayden | 9,754 | $54,534 | $150,500 | $778 | 4.0% | 35.3% |
| 27812 | Bethel | 2,059 | $51,265 | $118,700 | $792 | 10.5% | 35.6% |
| 27827 | Falkland | 119 | $93,542 | $45,800 | — | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| 27828 | Farmville | 8,155 | $53,523 | $156,000 | $947 | 4.2% | 36.1% |
| 27829 | Fountain | 1,525 | $58,385 | $87,400 | $703 | 9.3% | 45.5% |
| 27834 | Greenville | 55,073 | $48,081 | $161,700 | $941 | 9.3% | 43.8% |
| 27858 | Greenville | 56,258 | $60,915 | $233,200 | $1,042 | 8.9% | 59.2% |
| 28530 | Grifton | 7,055 | $39,233 | $122,900 | $810 | 9.7% | 39.6% |
| 27837 | Grimesland | 6,537 | $77,768 | $130,500 | $911 | 1.2% | 42.5% |
| 27879 | Simpson | 259 | $36,875 | $113,400 | $825 | 2.5% | 34.8% |
| 27884 | Stokes | 1,608 | $62,017 | — | — | 3.0% | 41.4% |
| 28590 | Winterville | 26,994 | $83,318 | $243,400 | $1,076 | 3.6% | 55.6% |