| ZIP Code | 27203 |
|---|---|
| City | Asheboro |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Randolph County |
| Area Code | 336/743 |
| Elevation | 688 ft |
| Latitude | 35.728462 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.78653 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37151 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 22.1% ▲ 121% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 361 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,344 (35.4%) |
| Some College | 1,884 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 2,048 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,237 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,394 (19.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,506 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,100 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $852/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,937 |
| Vacant Units | 718 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,937 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 718 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 27203 is located in Asheboro, North Carolina, within Randolph County. With a population of 22,641, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 27203 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $47,506 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27203 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $141,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $852 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.5%) and renters (56.5%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 27203 is majority White (51.03%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.1%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27203 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 27203 in Asheboro, NC is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 22,641 residents, a median household income of $47,506, and a median home value of $141,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.