Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 18.6% ▲ 86% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 48% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 475 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,483 (34.5%) |
| Some College | 4,382 (16%) |
| Associates | 4,590 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,772 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,749 (20.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,687 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,041 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $873/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,047 |
| Vacant Units | 3,655 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Vance County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 45,404 residents. With a median age of 40.14, it is a middle-aged county.
Vance County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,687 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Vance County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $146,041 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $873.
The residents of Vance County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 48.4%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Vance County, NC is a working-class area in North Carolina. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27536 | Henderson | 15,293 | $39,491 | $120,600 | $841 | 7.1% | 29.4% |
| 27537 | Henderson | 23,795 | $52,345 | $150,800 | $915 | 7.5% | 31.0% |
| 27544 | Kittrell | 3,991 | $63,393 | $163,400 | $817 | 3.4% | 34.1% |
| 27553 | Manson | 1,953 | $27,462 | $257,700 | $735 | 10.8% | 39.4% |
| 27584 | Townsville | 192 | $2,499 | — | — | 26.7% | 0.0% |