Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.8% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 340 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,879 (34.3%) |
| Some College | 2,658 (18.7%) |
| Associates | 2,694 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,607 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,061 (14.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,081 ▼ 30% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,200 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $828/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,127 |
| Vacant Units | 1,389 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Eden is a city in North Carolina, located in Rockingham County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 22,768 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 41.7 years.
Economically, Eden is a working-class community. The median household income of $53,081 is below the national average. Approximately 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Eden is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $129,200, which is well below the national average. Renters typically pay around $828 per month.
The population of Eden is moderately educated. 25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is majority White (67%).
Eden, NC offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within North Carolina. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27288 | 22,768 | $53,081 | $129,200 | $828 | 6.1% | 25.8% | 59.6% |