| ZIP Code | 27539 |
|---|---|
| City | Apex |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Wake County |
| Area Code | 919/984 |
| Elevation | 478 ft |
| Latitude | 35.676533 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.813447 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37183 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.99 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 67% below avg |
| College Grads | 71.4% ▲ 84% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 124 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,630 (10.5%) |
| Some College | 1,148 (7.4%) |
| Associates | 1,529 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,397 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,665 (62.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $140,121 ▲ 84% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $494,400 ▲ 77% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,781/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,096 |
| Vacant Units | 422 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.99 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,096 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 422 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.99 |
ZIP code 27539 is located in Apex, North Carolina, within Wake County. With a population of 25,944, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 27539 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $140,121 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27539 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $494,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,781 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 27539 is primarily White (73.09%). Residents are highly educated — 71.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27539 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 30% — 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 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 27539 in Apex, NC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,944 residents, a median household income of $140,121, and a median home value of $494,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.