ZIP Code 27243, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27243 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27243 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Orange County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,677. The land area covers 40.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,677 | ±762 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,138 | ±333 | 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 | 2,392 | ±369 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,138 | ±333 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 254 | ±141 |
| Median Home Value | $298,600 | ±$67,884 |
| Median Gross Rent | $858 | ±$20 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,348 | ±$17,423 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,444 | ±$3,541 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 255 | ±138 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±0.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,890 | ±479 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±18.5% |
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: 152,877 (2024)
ID: 194511
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY FINANCE OFFICER
131 W MARGARET LN, STE 333, HILLSBOROUGH NC 27278-2547
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hillsborough, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Graham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-07 | Haw River, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Graham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Graham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mebane, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Graham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Burlington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Durham, NC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Burlington, 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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Beyond Measure Barbering Institute
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College Vocational | 4.9 mi away | Center Street Plaza, Mebane, NC, 27302-2323 |
9194151437
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MEBANE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 101 S FIRST ST, MEBANE, NC, 27302 |
(919) 563-6431
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Alamance Community College
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College | 8.7 mi away | 1247 Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC, 27253-8000 |
3365782002
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ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 137 W MARGARET LN, HILLSBOROUGH, NC, 27278 |
(919) 245-2525
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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College | 13.3 mi away | 103 South Bldg Cb 9100, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599 |
9199622211
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GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 211 S MAIN ST, GRAHAM, NC, 27253 |
(336) 570-6730
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Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill
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College Vocational | 13.4 mi away | 201 S. Estes Drive, Space 200 B, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514-7001 |
9199604769
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CARRBORO CYBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 100 N GREENSBORO ST, CARRBORO, NC, 27510 |
(919) 918-7387
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Watts College of Nursing
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College | 14.7 mi away | 2828 Croasdaile Drive, Suite 200, Durham, NC, 27705-2505 |
9194707348
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NORTH PARK LIBRARY / COMMUNITY CENTER
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 849 SHARPE RD, BURLINGTON, NC, 27217 |
(336) 226-7185
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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 CANE CREEK RSVR, NC US, located 8.0 miles from ZCTA5 27243. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.6° | 28.0° | 38.8° | 3.51" | — |
| February | 53.9° | 29.7° | 41.8° | 2.89" | — |
| March | 60.3° | 36.1° | 48.2° | 4.16" | — |
| April | 71.2° | 44.8° | 58.0° | 3.57" | — |
| May | 78.3° | 54.9° | 66.6° | 3.64" | — |
| June | 85.6° | 62.8° | 74.2° | 4.41" | — |
| July | 89.0° | 67.8° | 78.4° | 5.21" | — |
| August | 86.8° | 66.0° | 76.4° | 4.11" | — |
| September | 81.4° | 59.7° | 70.6° | 5.18" | — |
| October | 71.9° | 47.4° | 59.6° | 3.31" | — |
| November | 60.9° | 36.3° | 48.6° | 3.34" | — |
| December | 52.3° | 30.9° | 41.6° | 3.65" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efland CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Mebane city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Hillsborough town | Town | 5.8 mi | — |
| Woodlawn CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Swepsonville town | Town | 8.8 mi | — |
| Haw River town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27243. • 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.