| ZIP Code | 27106 |
|---|---|
| City | Winston-Salem |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Forsyth County |
| Area Code | 336/743 |
| Elevation | 793 ft |
| Latitude | 36.14391 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.323157 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 13.5% ▲ 35% above avg |
| College Grads | 57.7% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 451 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,050 (17%) |
| Some College | 3,153 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 3,888 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,547 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,550 (49.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,091 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $286,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,090/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,491 |
| Vacant Units | 2,683 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,491 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,683 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 27106 is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, within Forsyth County. With a population of 49,296, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 27106 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,091 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27106 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $286,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,090 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.9%) and renters (47.2%). Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 27106 is majority White (51.58%). Residents are well-educated — 57.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.5%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27106 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 27106 in Winston-Salem, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 49,296 residents, a median household income of $66,091, and a median home value of $286,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.