Camden CDP, NC

ZIP 27921 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Middle ClassLow Snow AreaRemote Work Hub

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Camden CDP, NC (27921)

Median Income

$80,727

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+204

Wealth inflow

Population

4,903

Unemployment

6.7%

3.0pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 204 for ZIP 27921 (Camden CDP, NC) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

6.7%+81% vs US avg

Self-Employed

5.5%-10% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

14.8%+26% vs US avg

Establishments

370

Employees

~5 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining1.8%
Construction4.5%
Manufacturing1.9%
Wholesale trade1.2%
Retail trade10.1%
Transportation, utilities2.8%
Finance, insurance, real estate10.8%
Professional, scientific, management12.9%
Education, health care, social29.0%
Arts, entertainment, food services9.4%
Other services2.6%
Public administration12.9%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 27921 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 13.8%, median income rose 9.2% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 23.7%.

Median Income

$80,727

+7% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate