ZIP Code 27278, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27278 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27278 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Durham County / Orange County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,925. The land area covers 103.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,925 | ±1,307 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,533 | ±598 | 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 | 12,362 | ±601 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,533 | ±598 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 829 | ±257 |
| Median Home Value | $414,100 | ±$20,563 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,297 | ±$170 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $105,887 | ±$10,295 |
| Per Capita Income | $55,724 | ±$3,112 |
| Poverty Rate | 7% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,917 | ±484 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,017 | ±826 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.9% | ±1.1% |
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: 343,628 (2024)
ID: 171094
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
200 E MAIN ST, BSMT 4, DURHAM NC 27701-3649
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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 | KG-07 | Haw River, 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 | PK-05 | Durham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Durham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Durham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Durham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Durham, 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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Watts College of Nursing
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College | 9.2 mi away | 2828 Croasdaile Drive, Suite 200, Durham, NC, 27705-2505 |
9194707348
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ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 137 W MARGARET LN, HILLSBOROUGH, NC, 27278 |
(919) 245-2525
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Duke University
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College | 10.4 mi away | 103 Allen Bldg, Durham, NC, 27708 |
9196848111
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NORTH REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 221 MILTON RD, DURHAM, NC, 27712 |
(919) 560-0231
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Beyond Measure Barbering Institute
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College Vocational | 10.6 mi away | Center Street Plaza, Mebane, NC, 27302-2323 |
9194151437
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MEBANE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 101 S FIRST ST, MEBANE, NC, 27302 |
(919) 563-6431
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Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill
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College Vocational | 11.7 mi away | 201 S. Estes Drive, Space 200 B, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514-7001 |
9199604769
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CHAPEL HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 100 LIBRARY DR, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 27514 |
(919) 968-2777
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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College | 12.5 mi away | 103 South Bldg Cb 9100, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599 |
9199622211
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SOUTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 3605 SHANNON RD, DURHAM, NC, 27707 |
(919) 560-8590
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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 DURHAM, NC US, located 7.7 miles from ZCTA5 27278. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.9° | 27.9° | 38.4° | 3.98" | — |
| February | 52.5° | 30.3° | 41.4° | 2.91" | — |
| March | 60.7° | 37.2° | 49.0° | 4.51" | — |
| April | 70.3° | 46.0° | 58.1° | 3.66" | — |
| May | 76.6° | 55.4° | 66.0° | 3.80" | — |
| June | 83.3° | 64.2° | 73.8° | 5.24" | — |
| July | 87.0° | 68.8° | 77.9° | 4.20" | — |
| August | 84.6° | 67.2° | 75.9° | 5.23" | — |
| September | 79.3° | 60.9° | 70.1° | 4.70" | — |
| October | 69.5° | 48.0° | 58.8° | 3.35" | — |
| November | 60.0° | 37.1° | 48.6° | 3.65" | — |
| December | 52.1° | 32.2° | 42.2° | 3.34" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough town | Town | 1.7 mi | — |
| Efland CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Mebane city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Carrboro town | Town | 11.3 mi | — |
| Chapel Hill town | Town | 11.5 mi | — |
| Woodlawn CDP | CDP | 11.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27278. • 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.