| ZIP Code | 27104 |
|---|---|
| City | Winston-Salem |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Forsyth County |
| Area Code | 336/743 |
| Elevation | 783 ft |
| Latitude | 36.090721 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.331545 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.0% ▲ 68% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 237 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,609 (17.7%) |
| Some College | 1,122 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 2,168 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,352 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,873 (58.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,056 ≈ Avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $329,300 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,135/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,082 |
| Vacant Units | 1,097 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,082 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,097 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 27104 is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, within Forsyth County. With a population of 31,184, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 27104 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,056 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27104 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $329,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,135 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 27104 is primarily White (71.20%). Residents are highly educated — 65.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27104 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 27104 in Winston-Salem, NC is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,184 residents, a median household income of $77,056, and a median home value of $329,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.