Tyrrell County Public RecordsNorth Carolina

Tyrrell County, NC has one public K-12 school, Columbia High School, serving secondary students. The graduation rate is about 89%, but only around 10% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Academic performance scores are below state averages, with a 41/100 on SchoolDigger. Adult education options are limited, though College of The Albemarle offers nearby programs. The district emphasizes school safety measures, reporting low incidences of violence. Educational programs include basic AP and career-technical courses, but enrichment opportunities are limited by small enrollment and resources.

Tyrrell County, NC, has a 2022 employment rate of approximately 51.2%. Major industries include agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting (24%), educational services (18%), and health care (13%). Occupationally, 32% of workers are in management, business, science, and arts jobs. Around 78% of employed residents commute outside the county, with an average commute time of 28.4 minutes. Key employment locations include Washington County (20%) and Dare County (15%).

Tyrrell County, NC, features a homeownership rate of around 58%, with a median home value near $110,000 in 2023. Median gross rent is approximately $700 per month. The housing market remains stable, with modest appreciation of around 2% annually over the past five years. Most homes are single-family dwellings; mobile homes are also common. Columbia is the primary neighborhood and county seat. Property tax rates average $0.77 per $100 of assessed value, making taxes relatively affordable. The area’s housing stock is older, with limited new development and a rural character prevailing throughout the county.

Tyrrell County, NC, has about 2,800 residents, with roughly 2,000 registered voters (2024). Voter registration is split among Democrats (approx. 52%), Republicans (31%), and Unaffiliated (17%). Elections include presidential, congressional, state, and local races, with turnout around 56% in 2020. Polling locations include the Tyrrell County Board of Elections office in Columbia and community sites. Key issues are economic development and flood management. The Board of Elections, a 3-member bipartisan panel, administers elections. Recent results often favor Democrats locally, though state and federal races are more competitive.

Tyrrell County, NC, has a 2023 estimated population of about 3,200, making it the state’s least populous. The median age is approximately 48 years, with 52% male and 48% female residents. Racially, the population is about 58% White, 36% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic/Latino, and 4% identifying as other or mixed races. The county’s population has steadily declined over the past decade.

Tyrrell County, NC, reports one of the lowest crime rates in the state. In 2023, the total crime rate was approximately 790 incidents per 100,000 residents, far below the national average. Violent crime is rare, with less than 1 violent incident per 1,000 people and property crime rates near 7 per 1,000. Local law enforcement regularly updates crime statistics and encourages community reporting. Overall, Tyrrell County remains a safe, rural community with minimal criminal activity and proactive policing.