| ZIP Code | 27803 |
|---|---|
| City | Rocky Mount |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Nash County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 109 ft |
| Latitude | 35.891404 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.84949 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37127 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 15.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 116 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,028 (31.7%) |
| Some College | 1,780 (14%) |
| Associates | 2,092 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,502 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,183 (25.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,647 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $168,600 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $889/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,079 |
| Vacant Units | 1,385 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,079 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,385 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 27803 is located in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, within Nash County. With a population of 19,851, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.4 years. Economically, 27803 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,647 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27803 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $168,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $889 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 27803 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 45.9%. Residents are moderately educated — 36.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27803 stands at 4.2%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 27803 in Rocky Mount, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,851 residents, a median household income of $59,647, and a median home value of $168,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.