| ZIP Code | 27559 |
|---|---|
| City | Moncure |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Chatham County |
| Area Code | 919/984 |
| Elevation | 247 ft |
| Latitude | 35.628213 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.102818 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.7% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 67% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 25 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 412 (21%) |
| Some College | 201 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 428 (21.8%) |
| Bachelors | 360 (18.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 536 (27.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,750 ▼ 16% below avg ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $347,000 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,341/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,246 |
| Vacant Units | 74 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,246 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 74 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 27559 is located in Moncure, North Carolina, within Chatham County. With a population of 2,607, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.4 years. Economically, 27559 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,750 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27559 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $347,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,341 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 27559 is primarily White (70.04%). Residents are well-educated — 45.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.4%. Household income has declined by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27559 stands at 1.6%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 27559 in Moncure, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,607 residents, a median household income of $63,750, and a median home value of $347,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.