ZIP Code 27954 Map, Demographics, More for Manteo, NC

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ZIP Code 27954

Post Office City:Manteo, NC (View All Cities)
County: Dare County
Timezone: Eastern (7:25pm)
Area code: 252 (Area Code Map)
Coordinates:35.91, -75.68
ZIP (~3 mile radius)

Cities in ZIP code 27954

The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 27954. The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 27954 is usually the name of the main post office. When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities. Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.

Primary/preferred city:
Manteo, NC
Unacceptable:
Cape Hatteras National Seash, Fort Raleigh City, Fort Raleigh National Histor, Wright Brothers National Mem

Stats and Demographics for the 27954 ZIP Code

ZIP code 27954 is located in northeast North Carolina and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly less than average population density.

The people living in ZIP code 27954 are primarily white. The number of middle aged adults is extremely large while the number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large. There are also a slightly less than average number of families and a slightly higher than average number of single parents. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 27954 ZIP code is slightly less than average compared to other areas of the country.

Population 6,111
Population Density 692 people per sq mi
Housing Units 3,479
Median Home Value $295,100
Land Area 8.84 sq mi
Water Area 5.35 sq mi
Occupied Housing Units 2,505
Median Household Income $53,588

Estimated Population over Time

Total Population by Age

Median Age: 42Male Median Age: 40Female Median Age: 44


MaleFemaleTotal
Under 5203199402
5-9208189397
10-14174156330
15-19182155337
20-24144141285
25-29192183375
30-34191185376
35-39192189381
40-44211207418
45-49210246456
50-54227274501
55-59211263474
60-64229242471
65-69162176338
70-74128127255
75-797474148
80-84346397
85 Plus234770

Gender

 Male 2,995 49%
 Female 3,116 51%
Gender

Race

 White 5,065 82.9%
 Black Or African American 614 10.0%
 American Indian Or Alaskan Native 33 0.5%
 Asian 18 0.3%
 Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander 0 0.0%
 Other Race 198 3.2%
 Two Or More Races 183 3.0%
Race

Head of Household by Age


OwnerRenterTotal
15-24236386
25-34131219350
35-44246160406
45-54378139517
55-6443398531
65-7433064394
75-8414228170
85 Plus401151

Families vs Singles

 Husband Wife Family Households 1,282 51%
 Single Guardian 412 16%
 Singles 650 26%
 Singles With Roommate 161 6%
Families vs Singles

Households with Kids

Average Household Size: 2
 Households without Kids 1,714 68%
 Households with Kids 791 32%
Households with Kids

Children by Age


MaleFemaleTotal
1393978
2443882
3443680
4474491
5434285
6414485
7333265
8513485
9403777
10353671
11442468
12273865
13263359
14422567
15343670
16453681
17453984
18352459
19232043
20352762

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 27954 has a large percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities nearby.

The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 27954 were primarily built in the 2000s or the 1990s. Looking at 27954 real estate data, the median home value of $295,100 is high compared to the rest of the country. Rentals in 27954 are most commonly 3+ bedrooms. The rent for 3+ bedrooms is normally $1,000+/month including utilities. 2 bedrooms are also common and rent for $500-$749/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 27954 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

For more information, see Manteo, NC house value.

Housing Type

 In Occupied Housing Units 6,045 98.9%
 Correctional Facility For Adults 56 0.9%
 Juvenile Facilities 0 0.0%
 Nursing Facilities 0 0.0%
 Other Institutional 0 0.0%
 College Student Housing 0 0.0%
 Military Quarters 0 0.0%
 Other Noninstitutional 10 0.2%
Housing Type

Year Housing was Built

Housing Occupancy

 Owned Households With A Mortgage 1,182 34%
 Owned Households Free & Clear 541 16%
 Renter Occupied Households 782 22%
 Households Vacant 974 28%
Housing Occupancy

Vacancy Reasons

 For Rent 116 11.9%
 Rented & Unoccupied 5 0.5%
 For Sale Only 45 4.6%
 Sold & Unoccupied 5 0.5%
 For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use 751 77.1%
 For Migrant Workers 0 0.0%
 Vacant For Other Reasons 52 5.3%
Vacancy Reasons

Owner Occupied Home Values

Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

 Studio Apartment 23 3%
 1 Bedroom 191 24%
 2 Bedroom 270 34%
 3+ Bedroom 300 38%
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities

Cost of a Studio Apartment

Cost of a 1 Bedroom

Cost of a 2 Bedroom

Cost of a 3+ Bedroom

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $53,588 is slightly higher than average compared to the rest of the country.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. More commuters in 27954 get to experience these short commute times than most other ZIP codes. It is very uncommon, compared to the rest of the US, for employees to have to travel more than 45 minutes to their place of employment.

Employment Status

 Worked Full-time with Earnings 2,187 43%
 Worked Part-time with Earnings 1,705 33%
 No Earnings 1,226 24%
Employment Status

Average Household Income over Time

Household Income

Annual Individual Earnings

Sources of Household Income

Percent of Households Receiving Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Investment Income

Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Retirement Income

Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Source of Earnings

 Worked Full-time with Earnings 2,187 43%
 Worked Part-time with Earnings 1,705 33%
 No Earnings 1,226 24%
Source of Earnings

Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

 Car, truck, or van 3,062 90.9%
 Public transportation 1 0.0%
 Taxicab 0 0.0%
 Motorcycle 13 0.4%
 Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means 205 6.1%
 Worked at Home 86 2.6%
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)

Schools and Education

The area has some of the highest percentages of people who attended college of any ZIP.

Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

 Less than High School Diploma 491 10.8%
 High School Graduate 2,646 58.4%
 Associate's degree 273 6.0%
 Bachelor's degree 716 15.8%
 Master's degree 334 7.4%
 Professional school degree 58 1.3%
 Doctorate degree 9 0.2%
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

 Enrolled in Public School 1,001 83.0%
 Enrolled in Private School 89 7.4%
 Not Enrolled in School 116 9.6%
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

Schools in ZIP Code 27954

ZIP Code 27954 is in the Dare County School District. There are 4 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 27954.

Manteo Elementary School
701 N Hwy 64/264
Manteo, NC 27954
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Dare County School District
Manteo Middle School
1000 N Hwy 64
Manteo, NC 27954
Grade Level: Middle/Elementary
District: Dare County School District
Manteo High School
829 Wingina Avenue
Manteo, NC 27954
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Dare County School District
Dare County Alternative School
829 Wingina Avenue
Manteo, NC 27954
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Dare County School District

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