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27278

North Carolina · 27,925 residents · 103.686 sq mi
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ZIP 27278 is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $105,887. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $414,100. With a median age of 44.3, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 6 ZIP codes in Orange County, 27278 ranks 2nd by median household income.

$105,887
US average: $82,259
$414,100
US average: $376,019
55.7%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
21.0%
Age 65+
19.5%
48.9%
51.1%
2.39 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic72.2%(20,160)
Black8.6%(2,408)
Hispanic / Latino10.7%(3,001)
Asian3.1%(875)
Other5.3%(1,481)
Diversity Score57%(15,918)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Orange County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST2ND OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
27231$64,471
27243$84,348
27510$61,837
27514$92,875
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 27278?

ZIP code 27278 has about 27,925 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 27278?

The typical household in ZIP code 27278 earns about $105,887 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 27278 expensive?

In ZIP code 27278, the median home is worth about $414,100, and the typical rent is about $1,297 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 27278?

About 55.7% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 27278 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 27278?

About 7.0% of people in ZIP code 27278 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Orange County
Other ZIP codes in Orange County
ZIP 27516ZIP 27514ZIP 27510ZIP 27243ZIP 27231ZIP 27599

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024