| ZIP Code | 27502 |
|---|---|
| City | Apex |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Wake County |
| Area Code | 919/984 |
| Elevation | 316 ft |
| Latitude | 35.719615 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.907172 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37183 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.81 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.2% ▲ 97% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 149 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,703 (9.1%) |
| Some College | 1,855 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 2,366 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,035 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,575 (65.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $137,088 ▲ 80% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $491,900 ▲ 76% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,786/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,607 |
| Vacant Units | 804 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,607 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 804 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
ZIP code 27502 is located in Apex, North Carolina, within Wake County. With a population of 47,436, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 27502 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $137,088 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27502 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $491,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,786 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 27502 is majority White (67.18%). Residents are highly educated — 76.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27502 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 27502 in Apex, NC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 47,436 residents, a median household income of $137,088, and a median home value of $491,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.