| ZIP Code | 27012 |
|---|---|
| City | Clemmons |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Forsyth County |
| Area Code | 336/743 |
| Elevation | 814 ft |
| Latitude | 36.013155 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.377628 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.5% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 351 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,831 (18.8%) |
| Some College | 1,713 (8.4%) |
| Associates | 2,357 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,196 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,939 (48.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,082 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $314,500 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,147/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,107 |
| Vacant Units | 737 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,107 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 737 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 27012 is located in Clemmons, North Carolina, within Forsyth County. With a population of 29,708, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.5 years. Economically, 27012 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,082 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27012 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $314,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,147 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 27012 is primarily White (79.67%). Residents are well-educated — 59.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27012 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 27012 in Clemmons, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,708 residents, a median household income of $94,082, and a median home value of $314,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.