What are the schools like in Moyock, NC?

Moyock is served primarily by Currituck County Schools. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 19.0:1.

What is the median household income in Moyock?

The median household income in Moyock, NC is $101,484 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

What is the weather like in Moyock, NC?

Moyock has an average high temperature of 53.2°F in January and 88.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

Moyock, NC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Moyock, NC affordable or expensive?

Moyock's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Moyock is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $348,800 and the median rent is $1,775 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Moyock, NC?

Moyock has a violent crime rate of 230.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 961.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Moyock, NC a Good Place to Live?

Moyock is a small town of 5,259 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $101,484 and a 2.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Moyock stands out for solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Moyock is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Moyock city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.4

Moyock's overall cost of living index is 97.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Moyock costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Moyock, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$348,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,775	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	89.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$101,484	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Moyock's violent crime rate is 230.5 per 100,000 residents — 39% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

230.5 /100k

Property Crime

961.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Moyock is served primarily by Currituck County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.0:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Moyock, NC	National Avg
School District	Currituck County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	19.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Moyock sees average highs of 53.2°F in January and 88.9°F in July, with 51.9 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Moyock, NC
Average High — January	53.2°F
Average High — July	88.9°F
Annual Precipitation	51.9"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Moyock, NC	National Avg
Population	5,259	—
Median Age	36.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.4%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	22.7%	22.2%
65 and over	11.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

South Mills, NC 10 mi Camden, NC 12 mi Chesapeake, VA 14 mi Elizabeth City, NC 15 mi Coinjock, NC 16 mi

ZIP Codes in Moyock

Moyock, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

27958

Moyock vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moyock, NC affordable or expensive?

Moyock's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Moyock roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $348,800 and median rent is $1,775/month.

What is the crime rate in Moyock, NC?

Moyock's violent crime rate is 230.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 961.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Moyock?

Public schools in Moyock are operated by Currituck County Schools. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.0:1. 28.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Moyock, NC a good place to live?

Moyock, NC has a population of 5,259, a median household income of $101,484, and an unemployment rate of 2.4%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Moyock?

Moyock averages 53.2°F in January and 88.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.9 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Moyock?

Moyock, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 27958.

What is the population of Moyock?

The population of Moyock, North Carolina is 5,259 with a median age of 36.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Moyock?

Key numbers for living in Moyock: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $348,800, median household income $101,484, crime index 55 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Moyock side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.