Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 17.4% ▲ 74% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 863 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 22,143 (32.3%) |
| Some College | 8,306 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 12,064 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 9,084 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,140 (23.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,445 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $160,598 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $924/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 53,099 |
| Vacant Units | 6,483 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wayne County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 117,061 residents. With a median age of 38.06, it is a middle-aged county.
Wayne County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,445 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Wayne County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $160,598 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $923. Homeownership rates are high at 62.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wayne County are majority White (50.51%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wayne County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28333 | Dudley | 10,433 | $40,821 | $92,800 | $859 | 4.4% | 28.7% |
| 27830 | Fremont | 3,992 | $51,115 | $159,600 | $807 | 1.1% | 32.9% |
| 27530 | Goldsboro | 37,442 | $55,507 | $176,500 | $827 | 6.5% | 36.5% |
| 27534 | Goldsboro | 31,340 | $59,950 | $187,700 | $1,106 | 4.1% | 43.0% |
| 28365 | Mount Olive | 15,008 | $52,333 | $119,000 | $922 | 6.0% | 29.6% |
| 27863 | Pikeville | 13,401 | $78,063 | $177,600 | $887 | 1.9% | 38.3% |
| 28578 | Seven Springs | 4,585 | $55,966 | $87,100 | $834 | 10.2% | 23.7% |