ZIP Code 27260, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27260 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27260 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Guilford County / Randolph County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,299. The land area covers 12.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,299 | ±1,688 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,941 | ±655 | 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 | 11,025 | ±668 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,941 | ±655 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,084 | ±269 |
| Median Home Value | $128,100 | ±$10,828 |
| Median Gross Rent | $860 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,308 | ±$3,205 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,389 | ±$1,735 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.7% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,371 | ±1,245 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.7% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,764 | ±877 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.6% | ±3.6% |
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: 558,816 (2024)
ID: 171098
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 3427, GREENSBORO NC 27402-3427
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Greensboro, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Greensboro, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Greensboro, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | High Point, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | High Point, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Greensboro, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Walkertown, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Archdale, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winston-Salem, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winston-Salem, 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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High Point University
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College | 1.3 mi away | One University Parkway, High Point, NC, 27268 |
3368419000
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BOOKS & BEYOND
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 901 N MAIN ST, HIGH POINT, NC, 27262 |
(336) 883-3669
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Guilford Technical Community College
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College | 4.8 mi away | 601 E. Main Street, Jamestown, NC, 27282 |
3363344822
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HIGH POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 901 N MAIN ST, HIGH POINT, NC, 27262 |
(336) 883-3631
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South University-High Point
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College | 6.1 mi away | 3975 Premier Drive, High Point, NC, 27265-8320 |
3368127200
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ARCHDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 10433 S MAIN ST, ARCHDALE, NC, 27263 |
(336) 431-3811
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Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro
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College Vocational | 8.2 mi away | 1312 Bridford Parkway, Suite 105, Greensboro, NC, 27407-2693 |
8009204593
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THOMASVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 14 RANDOLPH ST, THOMASVILLE, NC, 27360 |
(336) 474-2690
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Strayer University-North Carolina
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College | 8.9 mi away | 4900 Koger Boulevard Suite 400, Greensboro, NC, 27407-2638 |
8774457180
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HEMPHILL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 2301 W VANDALIA RD, GREENSBORO, NC, 27407 |
(336) 373-2925
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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 HIGH PT, NC US, located 1.3 miles from ZCTA5 27260. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.7° | 31.6° | 41.7° | 3.83" | 1.3" |
| February | 56.0° | 34.3° | 45.2° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| March | 64.1° | 40.5° | 52.3° | 4.09" | 0.1" |
| April | 73.7° | 49.3° | 61.5° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.1° | 57.6° | 68.8° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.5° | 65.7° | 76.1° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.4° | 69.3° | 79.4° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.0° | 68.3° | 78.1° | 5.06" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.4° | 62.1° | 72.2° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.3° | 50.4° | 61.9° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.3° | 40.5° | 51.4° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.8° | 34.4° | 44.1° | 3.75" | 0.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Archdale city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Jamestown town | Town | 4.5 mi | — |
| Trinity city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Thomasville city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Wallburg town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27260. • 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.