| ZIP Code | 27284 |
|---|---|
| City | Kernersville |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Forsyth County |
| Area Code | 336/743 |
| Elevation | 1,005 ft |
| Latitude | 36.116121 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.081865 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.4% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 392 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,638 (25.9%) |
| Some College | 4,563 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 5,396 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 4,547 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,720 (34.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,739 ≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $259,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,086/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 25,168 |
| Vacant Units | 1,609 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 25,168 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,609 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 27284 is located in Kernersville, North Carolina, within Forsyth County. With a population of 57,119, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.1 years. Economically, 27284 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,739 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27284 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $259,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,086 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 27284 is primarily White (70.72%). Residents are well-educated — 46.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27284 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 27284 in Kernersville, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 57,119 residents, a median household income of $80,739, and a median home value of $259,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.