| ZIP Code | 27560 |
|---|---|
| City | Morrisville |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Wake County |
| Area Code | 919/984 |
| Elevation | 289 ft |
| Latitude | 35.8576 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.827114 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37183 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 5.2% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 78.8% ▲ 103% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 121 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,928 (7.5%) |
| Some College | 1,060 (4.1%) |
| Associates | 2,365 (9.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,180 (4.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,103 (74.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $117,340 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $466,900 ▲ 67% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,760/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,764 |
| Vacant Units | 1,936 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,764 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,936 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 27560 is located in Morrisville, North Carolina, within Wake County. With a population of 39,442, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 27560 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $117,340 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27560 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $466,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,760 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.3%) and renters (55.7%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 27560 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 38.6%. Residents are highly educated — 78.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.2%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27560 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 27560 in Morrisville, NC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 39,442 residents, a median household income of $117,340, and a median home value of $466,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.