ZIP Code 27896, North Carolina
ZIP Code 27896 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 27896 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Nash County / Wilson County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 19,455. The land area covers 35.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,455 | ±1,243 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,430 | ±516 | 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 | 9,030 | ±509 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,430 | ±516 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 600 | ±235 |
| Median Home Value | $242,700 | ±$17,521 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,063 | ±$120 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,696 | ±$12,253 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,684 | ±$6,786 |
| Poverty Rate | 7% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,356 | ±526 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,326 | ±813 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.3% | ±1.9% |
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: 97,990 (2024)
ID: 194510
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING DIRECTOR
120 W WASHINGTON ST, ROCKY MOUNT NC 27804-0515
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Wilson, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bailey, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rocky Mount, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Wilson, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rocky Mount, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Rocky Mount, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Wilson, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elm City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Rocky Mount, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-11 | Rocky Mount, 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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Barton College
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College | 5.3 mi away | 200 E. ACC Drive, Wilson, NC, 27893-7000 |
2523996300
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EAST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 1006-C WARD BLVD, WILSON, NC, 27893 |
(252) 237-5355
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Wilson Community College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 902 Herring Ave, Wilson, NC, 27893 |
2522911195
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WILSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 249 NASH ST W, WILSON, NC, 27893 |
(252) 237-5355
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Nash Community College
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College | 13.6 mi away | 522 N. Old Carriage Road, Rocky Mount, NC, 27804 |
2524434011
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WILSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 249 W NASH ST, WILSON, NC, 27893 |
(252) 237-5355
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North Carolina Wesleyan University
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College | 19.4 mi away | 3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC, 27804 |
2529855100
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ELM CITY BRANCH
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 114 N RAILROAD ST, ELM CITY, NC, 27822 |
(252) 236-4269
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Edgecombe Community College
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College | 23.5 mi away | 2009 W Wilson St, Tarboro, NC, 27886 |
2528235166
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WESLEY PRIVETTE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 6280 MAIN ST, BAILEY, NC, 27807 |
(252) 235-6006
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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 ROCKY MT WILSON AP, NC US, located 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 27896. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.8° | 30.8° | 41.3° | 3.51" | — |
| February | 55.3° | 32.6° | 43.9° | 2.87" | — |
| March | 63.2° | 38.7° | 51.0° | 3.97" | — |
| April | 72.5° | 47.5° | 60.0° | 3.61" | — |
| May | 79.9° | 56.4° | 68.1° | 2.92" | — |
| June | 86.9° | 64.8° | 75.8° | 3.90" | — |
| July | 90.5° | 69.0° | 79.7° | 4.59" | — |
| August | 88.3° | 67.7° | 78.0° | 4.92" | — |
| September | 82.5° | 61.9° | 72.2° | 4.91" | — |
| October | 73.1° | 49.9° | 61.5° | 3.16" | — |
| November | 62.8° | 39.0° | 50.9° | 3.09" | — |
| December | 54.7° | 33.5° | 44.1° | 2.93" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Sims town | Town | 5.2 mi | — |
| Elm City town | Town | 6.8 mi | — |
| Bailey town | Town | 7.7 mi | — |
| Sharpsburg town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
| Lucama town | Town | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 27896. • 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.