Hyde County Medicare at a glance
| Hyde County | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 1,188 | 1,908,489 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 25.8% | 17.6% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 1,280 | 2,336,840 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 685 | 1,353,169 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 53.5% | 57.9% statewide |
Sources: Census Bureau 2023 estimates and CMS Medicare Advantage penetration, September 2026.
With roughly 1,188 residents age 65 and older, Hyde County is 99th among 100 North Carolina counties for older residents. That group is 25.8% of its population, compared with 17.6% across North Carolina. Another 336 residents are age 60 to 64 and will reach Medicare eligibility within about five years (see our turning 65 guide). By age, the 65-and-older group splits 62% ages 65 to 74, 28% ages 75 to 84 and 10% age 85 and up (Census 2023). CMS data show 53.5% of Hyde County residents with Medicare chose Medicare Advantage, which is close to the 57.9% average across North Carolina. What most people do in a county is less important than what fits you. We weigh Medicare Advantage against Original Medicare with Medigap using your doctors, your drugs and your budget.
Who has Medicare in Hyde County
The USDA classifies Hyde County as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, not adjacent to a metro area. With fewer hospitals and clinics close by, the right Medicare plan here is often the one whose network includes the providers you can really reach.
CMS counts 1,374 Medicare beneficiaries in Hyde County (2023). Their average age is 73, about the same as the North Carolina average of 73. About 16% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, close to the state figure of 13%.
Among people in Original Medicare in Hyde County, CMS reported about 734 emergency room visits and 192 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is higher than the state average for emergency visits (572) and close to it for hospital stays (210). About 4% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Medicare Advantage and Part D plan availability and provider networks are set county by county, so the plans open to you in Hyde County may differ from those in a neighboring county. We are not based in Hyde County; we help Hyde County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near Hyde County
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside Hyde County. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
Hyde County: communities and ZIP codes
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Hyde County include 27810, 27824, 27826, 27875, 27885, 27960. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Hyde County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- HealthCare.gov if you are not yet on Medicare.
- Medicare Care Compare for hospitals and doctors.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- North Carolina Department of Insurance: North Carolina’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Hyde County residents
As an independent agency we are not tied to one insurer, so for Hyde County residents we can compare life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans, ACA health insurance, ICHRA and group health insurance.
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Hyde County compared with similar North Carolina counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrrell County | 858 | 48.5% | 25% | Rural |
| Graham County | 2,046 | 58.2% | 21% | Rural |
| Jones County | 2,309 | 61.4% | 17% | Rural |
| Swain County | 2,795 | 43.7% | 17% | Rural |
| Washington County | 3,088 | 55.8% | 16% | Rural |
| Alleghany County | 3,301 | 57.5% | 13% | Rural |
See every North Carolina county in our North Carolina directory or go to our North Carolina Medicare hub.