Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 21.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 10.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 50.1% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 268 (15.5%) |
| Some College | 175 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 421 (24.3%) |
| Bachelors | 242 (14%) |
| Graduate Degree | 624 (36.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $43,680 ▼ 43% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $1,425/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,207 |
| Vacant Units | 425 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Tarawa Terrace is a city in North Carolina, located in Onslow County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 6,341 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 21.6 years.
Economically, Tarawa Terrace is a working-class community. The median household income of $43,680 is below the national average. Approximately 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, below the national average.
The population of Tarawa Terrace is well-educated. 50.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority White (53.46%).
Tarawa Terrace, NC offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within North Carolina.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28543 | 6,341 | $43,680 | — | $1,425 | 3.1% | 50.1% | 3.3% |