Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.7% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 264 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,320 (34.8%) |
| Some College | 5,072 (17.1%) |
| Associates | 4,321 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,814 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,896 (19.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,194 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $193,729 ▼ 31% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $822/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,077 |
| Vacant Units | 1,779 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Stokes County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 42,967 residents. With a median age of 46.77, it is a mature county.
Stokes County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,193 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Stokes County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $193,729 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $822. Homeownership rates are high at 78.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Stokes County are primarily White (89.83%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Stokes County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27016 | Danbury | 1,858 | $54,920 | $159,600 | — | 0.5% | 17.4% |
| 27019 | Germanton | 2,946 | $54,609 | $186,500 | $779 | 4.7% | 31.1% |
| 27021 | King | 17,029 | $61,736 | $203,600 | $912 | 5.1% | 36.1% |
| 27022 | Lawsonville | 1,187 | $41,645 | $144,300 | $809 | 1.4% | 31.8% |
| 27042 | Pine Hall | 178 | $104,038 | $136,800 | — | 0.0% | 23.1% |
| 27043 | Pinnacle | 6,885 | $75,513 | $211,600 | $834 | 2.1% | 40.5% |
| 27046 | Sandy Ridge | 2,285 | $49,632 | $185,600 | $573 | 5.5% | 23.0% |
| 27052 | Walnut Cove | 10,599 | $57,913 | $182,500 | $737 | 6.0% | 27.7% |