| ZIP Code | 27107 |
|---|---|
| City | Winston-Salem |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Forsyth County |
| Area Code | 336/743 |
| Elevation | 803 ft |
| Latitude | 36.013158 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.175491 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 20.8% ▲ 108% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.0% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 502 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,940 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 3,199 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 5,664 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,778 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,603 (25.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,897 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $201,700 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $889/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,767 |
| Vacant Units | 1,777 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,767 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,777 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
ZIP code 27107 is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, within Forsyth County. With a population of 51,305, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 27107 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,897 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27107 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $201,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $889 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 27107 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 43.7%. Residents are moderately educated — 35.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.8%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27107 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 27107 in Winston-Salem, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 51,305 residents, a median household income of $59,897, and a median home value of $201,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.