ZIP Code 27030, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27030 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27030 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Stokes County / Surry County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,241. The land area covers 170.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,241 | ±1,130 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,338 | ±496 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 17,117 | ±502 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,338 | ±496 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,779 | ±356 |
| Median Home Value | $165,400 | ±$6,116 |
| Median Gross Rent | $754 | ±$53 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,377 | ±$3,390 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,756 | ±$1,786 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.1% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,850 | ±961 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,894 | ±744 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.4% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 45,857 (2024)
ID: 131689
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
PO BOX 20, DANBURY NC 27016-0020
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Ararat, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Mount Airy, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elkin, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lowgap, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | King, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Pilot Mountain, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fancy Gap, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Surry Community College
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College | 8.8 mi away | 630 S. Main St., Dobson, NC, 27017-8432 |
33638681213264
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MOUNT AIRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 145 ROCKFORD ST, MOUNT AIRY, NC, 27030 |
(336) 789-5108
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LOWGAP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 5210 W PINE ST, LOWGAP, NC, 27024 |
(336) 352-3000
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DOBSON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 113 CRUTCHFIELD ST, DOBSON, NC, 27017 |
(336) 386-8208
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CHARLES H. STONE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 319 W MAIN ST, PILOT MOUNTAIN, NC, 27041 |
(336) 368-2370
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BOONVILLE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 121 W MAIN ST, BOONVILLE, NC, 27011 |
(336) 367-7737
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GALAX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 610 WEST STUART DRIVE, GALAX, VA, 24333 |
(276) 236-2351
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EAST BEND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 420 FLINT HILL RD, EAST BEND, NC, 27018 |
(336) 699-3890
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CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 101 BEAVER DAM ROAD, HILLSVILLE, VA, 24343 |
(276) 728-3334
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KING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 101 PILOT VIEW DR, KING, NC, 27021 |
(336) 983-3868
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MT AIRY 2 W, NC US, located 1.3 miles from ZCTA5 27030. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.0° | 24.8° | 35.9° | 3.99" | 3.1" |
| February | 50.7° | 26.7° | 38.7° | 3.14" | 2.2" |
| March | 58.4° | 32.6° | 45.5° | 4.19" | 1.2" |
| April | 68.5° | 40.7° | 54.6° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.0° | 50.4° | 63.2° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 58.9° | 71.0° | 4.95" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.3° | 63.3° | 74.8° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.0° | 62.1° | 73.5° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.3° | 55.7° | 67.5° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.9° | 43.1° | 56.5° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| November | 59.3° | 32.5° | 45.9° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| December | 49.9° | 27.5° | 38.7° | 4.20" | 1.7" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toast CDP | CDP | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mount Airy city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Flat Rock CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| White Plains CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Cana CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Dobson town | Town | 8.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27030. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.