ZIP Code 27974, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27974 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27974 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Camden County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 858. The land area covers 45.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 858 | ±267 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54.9 yrs | ±8.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 390 | ±125 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 419 | ±122 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 390 | ±125 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 29 | ±35 |
| Median Home Value | $228,500 | ±$101,992 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,395 | ±$42,297 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,820 | ±$8,662 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 22 | ±21 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±4.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 560 | ±254 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.8% | ±16.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 11,184 (2024)
ID: 171088
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY FINANCE OFFICER
PO BOX 190, CAMDEN NC 27921-0190
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Camden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Camden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Camden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Camden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Barco, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Barco, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Barco, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elizabeth City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Camden, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Elizabeth City, NC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Elizabeth City State University
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College | 12.5 mi away | 1704 Weeksville Rd, Elizabeth City, NC, 27909 |
2523353400
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CURRITUCK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 4261 CARATOKE HWY, BARCO, NC, 27917 |
(252) 453-8345
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Mid-Atlantic Christian University
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College | 13.0 mi away | 715 N Poindexter St, Elizabeth City, NC, 27909-4054 |
2523342000
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CAMDEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 118 NC HWY 343 NORTH, CAMDEN, NC, 27921 |
(252) 331-2543
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College of the Albemarle
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College | 13.6 mi away | 1208 N Road St, Elizabeth City, NC, 27906-2327 |
25233508210
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COROLLA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 1123 OCEAN TRAIL, COROLLA, NC, 27927 |
(252) 453-0496
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PASQUOTANK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 100 E COLONIAL AVE, ELIZABETH CITY, NC, 27909 |
(252) 335-2473
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PASQUOTANK LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 100 E COLONIAL AVE, ELIZABETH CITY, NC, 27909 |
(252) 335-2473
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MOYOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 126 CAMPUS DR, MOYOCK, NC, 27958 |
(252) 435-6419
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KILL DEVIL HILLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 24.9 mi away | 400 MUSTIAN ST, KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC, 27948 |
(252) 441-4331
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ELIZABETH CITY CGAS, NC US, located 10.2 miles from ZCTA5 27974. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.3° | 33.1° | 42.7° | 3.30" | — |
| February | 55.0° | 35.0° | 45.0° | 2.87" | — |
| March | 61.3° | 40.5° | 50.9° | 3.59" | — |
| April | 70.8° | 49.4° | 60.1° | 3.16" | — |
| May | 78.0° | 58.4° | 68.2° | 3.68" | — |
| June | 85.4° | 67.1° | 76.2° | 4.71" | — |
| July | 88.2° | 71.0° | 79.6° | 5.65" | — |
| August | 86.8° | 70.0° | 78.4° | 5.32" | — |
| September | 81.8° | 64.9° | 73.4° | 4.52" | — |
| October | 73.4° | 52.8° | 63.1° | 3.63" | — |
| November | 63.1° | 42.4° | 52.7° | 2.97" | — |
| December | 55.6° | 36.5° | 46.0° | 3.11" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandy CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Coinjock CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Camden CDP | CDP | 11.1 mi | — |
| Duck town | Town | 14.0 mi | — |
| Elizabeth City city | City | 14.0 mi | — |
| Southern Shores town | Town | 17.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27974. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.