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Dare County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Dare County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 14 ZIP codes — population 37,534 — avg. income $64,083 — avg. home value $371,425. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
37,534
Median household income (avg.)
$64,083
85% of U.S. median
Average home value
$371,425
107% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,060
91% of U.S. median
Dare County demographics
Dare County, North Carolina covers 14 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 37,534.
Median household income in Dare County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Dare County, North Carolina is about $64,083 — about 4% below the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 15% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 27949 (Kitty Hawk) is near the top at about $109,443, while 27953 (Manns Harbor) is near the bottom at about $27,489.
Housing in Dare County
For housing in Dare County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $371,425 and the average median rent is about $1,060.
The most populous ZIP is 27948 (Kill Devil Hills) with about 12,628 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Dare County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27948 | Kill Devil Hills | Dare County | NC | 12,628 | $85,319 | $398,100 |
| 27949 | Kitty Hawk | Dare County | NC | 8,094 | $109,443 | $600,700 |
| 27954 | Manteo | Dare County | NC | 7,080 | $78,291 | $374,200 |
| 27959 | Nags Head | Dare County | NC | 3,172 | $87,619 | $451,100 |
| 27981 | Wanchese | Dare County | NC | 1,802 | $73,542 | $257,100 |
| 27920 | Buxton | Dare County | NC | 1,451 | $67,054 | $385,400 |
| 27953 | Manns Harbor | Dare County | NC | 1,056 | $27,489 | $202,800 |
| 27936 | Frisco | Dare County | NC | 613 | $43,162 | $430,100 |
| 27943 | Hatteras | Dare County | NC | 381 | $48,980 | — |
| 27915 | Avon | Dare County | NC | 364 | — | $292,400 |
| 27968 | Rodanthe | Dare County | NC | 306 | $34,066 | $431,300 |
| 27972 | Salvo | Dare County | NC | 228 | $64,405 | $366,700 |
| 27978 | — | Dare County | NC | 221 | $49,625 | $267,200 |
| 27982 | Waves | Dare County | NC | 138 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Dare County?
Dare County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 37,534 across 14 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Dare County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Dare County, North Carolina is about $64,083, about 4% below the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 15% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $371,425. Among ZIPs with data, 27949 (Kitty Hawk) is near the top ($109,443) and 27953 (Manns Harbor) is near the bottom ($27,489).
How many ZIP codes are in Dare County?
Dare County, North Carolina includes 14 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Dare County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Dare County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.