ZIP Code 27208, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27208 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27208 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chatham County / Moore County / Randolph County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,979. The land area covers 40.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,979 | ±381 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44 yrs | ±7.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 812 | ±169 | 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 | 1,008 | ±180 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 812 | ±169 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 196 | ±145 |
| Median Home Value | $172,700 | ±$95,814 |
| Median Gross Rent | $657 | ±$497 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,947 | ±$13,185 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,769 | ±$4,801 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.2% | ±7.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 321 | ±168 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 851 | ±204 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.6% | ±12.3% |
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: 83,874 (2024)
ID: 186749
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 1809, PITTSBORO NC 27312-1797
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Bennett, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Bear Creek, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bear Creek, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Siler City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Siler City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Siler City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Siler City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ramseur, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ramseur, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Robbins, NC |
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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Randolph Community College
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College | 17.8 mi away | 629 Industrial Park Ave, Asheboro, NC, 27205 |
3366330200
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ROBBINS AREA BRANCH
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 161 E MAGNOLIA DR, ROBBINS, NC, 27325 |
(910) 948-4000
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Montgomery Community College
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College | 22.8 mi away | 1011 Page St, Troy, NC, 27371 |
9108989600
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GOLDSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 9235 PITTSBORO-GOLDSTON RD, GOLDSTON, NC, 27252 |
(919) 898-4522
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Central Carolina Community College
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College | 23.3 mi away | 1105 Kelly Dr, Sanford, NC, 27330-9840 |
9197755401
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WREN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 500 N 2ND AVE, SILER CITY, NC, 27344 |
(919) 742-2016
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Sandhills Community College
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College | 24.8 mi away | 3395 Airport Rd, Pinehurst, NC, 28374 |
9106926185
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SEAGROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 530 SEAGROVE PLANK RD, SEAGROVE, NC, 27341 |
(336) 873-7521
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RAMSEUR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 1512 MAIN ST, RAMSEUR, NC, 27316 |
(336) 824-2232
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JOHN W. CLARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 111 SUMNER PL, FRANKLINVILLE, NC, 27248 |
(336) 824-4020
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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 SILER CITY 2 N, NC US, located 14.5 miles from ZCTA5 27208. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.2° | 29.8° | 40.0° | 3.85" | 0.4" |
| February | 54.3° | 32.1° | 43.2° | 3.23" | 0.1" |
| March | 61.8° | 38.7° | 50.3° | 4.22" | 0.6" |
| April | 71.3° | 46.8° | 59.0° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.8° | 56.2° | 67.0° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.0° | 64.5° | 74.8° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.5° | 68.7° | 78.6° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.8° | 67.0° | 76.9° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.8° | 60.6° | 70.7° | 5.05" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.1° | 48.4° | 59.7° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.2° | 38.3° | 49.7° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.0° | 33.1° | 43.0° | 3.63" | 0.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bennett CDP | CDP | 1.0 mi | — |
| Robbins town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
| Siler City town | Town | 12.3 mi | — |
| Goldston town | Town | 12.4 mi | — |
| Seagrove town | Town | 13.5 mi | — |
| Ramseur town | Town | 13.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27208. • 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.