ZIP Code 27607, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27607 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27607 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Wake County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 28,438. The land area covers 17.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,438 | ±1,668 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 25.7 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,441 | ±635 | 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 | 11,681 | ±628 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,441 | ±635 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,240 | ±368 |
| Median Home Value | $707,800 | ±$49,820 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,610 | ±$77 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $96,775 | ±$7,973 |
| Per Capita Income | $55,902 | ±$4,877 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,316 | ±747 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,539 | ±1,156 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.9% | ±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: 1,232,444 (2024)
ID: 194514
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK TO THE BOARD
PO BOX 550, RALEIGH NC 27602-0550
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Raleigh, 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 | 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 | |
| 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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Meredith College
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College | 2.5 mi away | 3800 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, 27607-5298 |
9197608600
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DURALEIGH ROAD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 5800 DURALEIGH RD, RALEIGH, NC, 27612 |
(919) 881-1344
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MyComputerCareer at Raleigh
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College | 3.5 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 | 3.5 mi away | 1420 ATHENS DR, RALEIGH, NC, 27606 |
(919) 233-4000
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North Carolina State University at Raleigh
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College | 3.7 mi away | 2101 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC, 27695-7001 |
9195152011
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CARY REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 315 KILDAIRE FARM RD., CARY, NC, 27511 |
(919) 460-3350
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Paul Mitchell the School-Raleigh
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College Vocational | 4.5 mi away | 8551 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC, 27612-7358 |
9197894500
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OBERLIN REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 1930 CLARK AVE, RALEIGH, NC, 27605 |
(919) 856-6710
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Shepherds Theological Seminary
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College | 5.2 mi away | 6051 Tryon Road, Cary, NC, 27518-9316 |
9195735350
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LEESVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 5105 COUNTRY TRL, RALEIGH, NC, 27613 |
(919) 571-6661
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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 RALEIGH STATE UNIV, NC US, located 2.5 miles from ZCTA5 27607. 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° | 3.65" | 2.5" |
| February | 55.2° | 33.2° | 44.2° | 2.88" | 0.8" |
| March | 62.6° | 40.1° | 51.3° | 4.17" | 0.1" |
| April | 72.3° | 48.8° | 60.6° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.2° | 57.9° | 69.0° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.2° | 66.1° | 76.6° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.6° | 70.3° | 80.4° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.7° | 68.8° | 78.7° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.4° | 62.9° | 72.7° | 5.72" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.5° | 50.9° | 61.7° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.1° | 40.9° | 51.5° | 3.51" | 0.1" |
| December | 54.7° | 34.9° | 44.8° | 3.68" | 1.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Cary town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Morrisville town | Town | 6.4 mi | — |
| Apex town | Town | 10.7 mi | — |
| Garner town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
| Knightdale town | Town | 13.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27607. • 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.