ZIP Code 27253, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27253 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27253 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alamance County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 33,114. The land area covers 81.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,114 | ±1,165 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,136 | ±533 | 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 | 15,339 | ±570 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,136 | ±533 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,203 | ±276 |
| Median Home Value | $235,800 | ±$11,208 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,041 | ±$54 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,774 | ±$4,072 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,137 | ±$1,514 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,101 | ±694 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,413 | ±874 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±4.8% |
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: 183,040 (2024)
ID: 208934
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
124 W ELM ST, GRAHAM NC 27253-2865
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | KG-05 | Elon, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mebane, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Graham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Burlington, NC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Burlington, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carrboro, 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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Alamance Community College
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College | 7.0 mi away | 1247 Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC, 27253-8000 |
3365782002
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GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 211 S MAIN ST, GRAHAM, NC, 27253 |
(336) 570-6730
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Beyond Measure Barbering Institute
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College Vocational | 10.0 mi away | Center Street Plaza, Mebane, NC, 27302-2323 |
9194151437
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MEBANE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 101 S FIRST ST, MEBANE, NC, 27302 |
(919) 563-6431
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Elon University
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College | 12.9 mi away | 100 Campus Drive, Elon, NC, 27244-2010 |
3362782000
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MAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 342 S SPRING ST, BURLINGTON, NC, 27215 |
(336) 229-3588
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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College | 17.0 mi away | 103 South Bldg Cb 9100, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599 |
9199622211
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MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 342 S. SPRING ST., BURLINGTON, NC, 27215 |
(336) 513-9331
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Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill
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College Vocational | 18.1 mi away | 201 S. Estes Drive, Space 200 B, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514-7001 |
9199604769
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NORTH PARK LIBRARY / COMMUNITY CENTER
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Library | 11.0 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 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 27253. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saxapahaw CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Swepsonville town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Graham city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Haw River town | Town | 8.7 mi | — |
| Mebane city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Alamance village | Village | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27253. • 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.