27873 can be classified socioeconomically as Lower Class class compared to other ZIP Codes in North Carolina. The majority race/ethnicity residing in 27873 is White. The current unemployment level in 27873 is 3.5%.
| Population | 277 |
| Population Growth Rate | -37.03% |
| Population Density | 494 People per Square Mile |
| Total Households | 153 |
| Median Household Income (2021) | $27,829 |
| Current Unemployment Rate (May 2026) | 3.5% |
| Sales Tax Rate (2025) | 6.8% |
| Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 47.74% |
27873 Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| White | 127 | 47.74% |
| Black | 116 | 43.61% |
| Hispanic | 23 | 8.65% |
| Asian | 0 | 0% |
| Native American | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 0 | 0% |
27873 Educational Attainment Levels
| Highest Education Level | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| Less Than 1 Year of College | 3 | 1.46% |
| Bachelor Degree | 49 | 23.79% |
| High School Diploma | 92 | 44.66% |
| No High School Diploma | 0 | 0% |
| GED or Alternate | 25 | 12.14% |
| 1 or More Years of College | 13 | 6.31% |
| Associates Degree | 21 | 10.19% |
| Masters Degree | 3 | 1.46% |
| Professional Degree | 0 | 0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0 | 0% |
