27840 ZIP Code – Hamilton, North Carolina
ZIP code 27840 is a very small ZIP code located in Hamilton, North Carolina, within Martin County with a population of approximately 231 residents. The median household income of $24,612 is well below the North Carolina average and well below the national average. The median home value of $60,500 is well below the national average, with 90.3% owner-occupied housing (increasing). Housing consists of 65% single-family (decreasing).
At 21.2%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. An estimated 27.2% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. Bachelor's degree attainment is 10.5%, well below the national average. The population has a median age of 61.3, above the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 27841, 27857, 27825.
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ZIP 27840 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 27840 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 231 | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $24k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $60k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 61.3 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 21.2% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 27.2% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 10.5% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 27841 – Hassell
- 27857 – Oak City
- 27825 – Everetts
- 27871 – Robersonville
- 27849 – Lewiston Woodville
- 27861 – Parmele
- 27843 – Hobgood
- 27881 – Speed
- 27812 – Bethel
- 27892 – Williamston
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27841 | HASSELL | 26 | $18,229 |
| 27857 | OAK CITY | 1,096 | $53,125 |
| 27825 | EVERETTS | 85 | $40,000 |
| 27871 | ROBERSONVILLE | 3,606 | $44,127 |
| 27849 | LEWISTON WOODVILLE | 1,150 | $42,524 |