ZIP Code 27603, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27603 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27603 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Johnston County / Wake County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 53,972. The land area covers 51.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,972 | ±2,842 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,942 | ±901 | 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 | 24,238 | ±870 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,942 | ±901 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,296 | ±445 |
| Median Home Value | $383,200 | ±$11,449 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,547 | ±$100 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $90,484 | ±$3,970 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,497 | ±$3,580 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,570 | ±1,304 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 29,229 | ±1,544 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93% | ±1.4% |
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: 249,794 (2024)
ID: 194509
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 1049, SMITHFIELD NC 27577-1049
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Fuquay-Varina, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cary, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cary, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cary, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Clayton, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Angier, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Apex, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Apex, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Apex, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Apex, 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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Wake Technical Community College
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College | 3.1 mi away | 9101 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603-5696 |
9198665000
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SOUTHEAST REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 908 7TH AVE, GARNER, NC, 27529 |
(919) 662-2250
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Shaw University
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College | 7.4 mi away | 118 East South Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601 |
9195468200
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MIDDLE CREEK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 111 MIDDLE CREEK PARK AVENUE, APEX, NC, 27539 |
(919) 890-7400
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Shepherds Theological Seminary
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College | 7.4 mi away | 6051 Tryon Road, Cary, NC, 27518-9316 |
9195735350
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SOUTHGATE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 1601-14 CROSSLINK RD, RALEIGH, NC, 27610 |
(919) 856-6598
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University of North Carolina System
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College | 7.8 mi away | 223 S West St Suite 1800, Raleigh, NC, 27603 |
9199621000
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EXPRESS LIBRARY FAYETTEVILLE STREET
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 336 FAYETTEVILLE ST, RALEIGH, NC, 27601 |
(919) 856-6690
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MyComputerCareer at Raleigh
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College | 8.2 mi away | 5511 Capital Center Dr Ste 500, Raleigh, NC, 27606 |
9193714820
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ATHENS DRIVE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 1420 ATHENS DR, RALEIGH, NC, 27606 |
(919) 233-4000
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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 GARNER, NC US, located 0.6 miles from ZCTA5 27603. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.9° | 27.7° | 39.8° | 3.92" | — |
| February | 55.6° | 29.0° | 42.3° | 3.11" | — |
| March | 63.5° | 35.4° | 49.5° | 4.18" | — |
| April | 72.2° | 45.2° | 58.7° | 4.08" | — |
| May | 77.9° | 54.9° | 66.4° | 4.03" | — |
| June | 84.5° | 63.5° | 74.0° | 4.79" | — |
| July | 87.5° | 67.4° | 77.5° | 5.34" | — |
| August | 86.6° | 66.1° | 76.4° | 4.76" | — |
| September | 79.8° | 59.6° | 69.7° | 5.63" | — |
| October | 71.1° | 46.0° | 58.5° | 3.59" | — |
| November | 61.2° | 35.6° | 48.4° | 3.65" | — |
| December | 54.4° | 30.3° | 42.3° | 3.64" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garner town | Town | 2.8 mi | — |
| Fuquay-Varina town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
| Holly Springs town | Town | 10.7 mi | — |
| Raleigh city | City | 11.5 mi | — |
| Angier town | Town | 11.6 mi | — |
| Clayton town | Town | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27603. • 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.