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27516

North Carolina · 47,358 residents · 93.47 sq mi
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ZIP 27516 is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $106,353. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $567,200. Despite a median home value of $567,200, the poverty rate sits 27% above the US average — a pattern often seen in resort and college towns. Among the 6 ZIP codes in Orange County, 27516 ranks 1st by median household income.

$106,353
US average: $82,259
$567,200
US average: $376,019
72.8%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
21.7%
Age 65+
14.9%
47.5%
52.5%
2.61 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic67.7%(32,083)
Black8.4%(4,001)
Hispanic / Latino8.1%(3,824)
Asian9.6%(4,531)
Other6.2%(2,919)
Diversity Score64.3%(30,454)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Orange County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST1ST OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
27231$64,471
27243$84,348
27278$105,887
27510$61,837
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 27516?

ZIP code 27516 has about 47,358 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 27516?

The typical household in ZIP code 27516 earns about $106,353 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 27516 expensive?

In ZIP code 27516, the median home is worth about $567,200, and the typical rent is about $1,564 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 27516?

About 72.8% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 27516 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 27516?

About 15.8% of people in ZIP code 27516 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Orange County
Other ZIP codes in Orange County
ZIP 27514ZIP 27278ZIP 27510ZIP 27243ZIP 27231ZIP 27599

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