| ZIP Code | 27520 |
|---|---|
| City | Clayton |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Johnston County |
| Area Code | 919/984 |
| Elevation | 197 ft |
| Latitude | 35.611762 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.47639 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.8% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 518 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,024 (26.1%) |
| Some College | 3,837 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 5,200 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,954 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,181 (29.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,545 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $282,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,430/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,540 |
| Vacant Units | 916 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,540 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 916 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
ZIP code 27520 is located in Clayton, North Carolina, within Johnston County. With a population of 48,662, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 27520 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,545 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27520 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $282,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,430 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 66% since 2019.
The population of 27520 is majority White (57.59%). Residents are well-educated — 42.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27520 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 27520 in Clayton, NC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 48,662 residents, a median household income of $84,545, and a median home value of $282,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.