| ZIP Code | 27562 |
|---|---|
| City | New Hill |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Wake County |
| Area Code | 919/984 |
| Elevation | 253 ft |
| Latitude | 35.641978 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.975581 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37183 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.33 |
| Below Poverty | 2.5% ▼ 75% below avg |
| College Grads | 71.0% ▲ 83% above avg |
| Unemployment | 19.4% ▲ 297% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 32 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 446 (16.7%) |
| Some College | 178 (6.7%) |
| Associates | 121 (4.5%) |
| Bachelors | 214 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,685 (63%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $168,804 ▲ 121% above avg ↑ 212% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $590,100 ▲ 112% above avg ↑ 119% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 1,678 |
| Vacant Units | 163 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,678 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 163 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.33 |
ZIP code 27562 is located in New Hill, North Carolina, within Wake County. With a population of 5,044, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.1 years. Economically, 27562 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $168,804 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27562 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $590,100 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 119% since 2019.
The population of 27562 is primarily White (82.87%). Residents are highly educated — 71.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.5%. Household income has grown by 212% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27562 stands at 19.4%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 43% — 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 40%.
Overall, ZIP code 27562 in New Hill, NC is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,044 residents, a median household income of $168,804, and a median home value of $590,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.