| ZIP Code | 27851 |
|---|---|
| City | Lucama |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Wilson County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 134 ft |
| Latitude | 35.640083 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.030678 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37195 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.0 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 27 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,147 (36.7%) |
| Some College | 445 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 340 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 497 (15.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 673 (21.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,556 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $127,200 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $775/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,215 |
| Vacant Units | 124 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,215 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 124 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 27851 is located in Lucama, North Carolina, within Wilson County. With a population of 5,366, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40 years. Economically, 27851 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,556 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27851 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $127,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $775 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 27851 is majority White (64.59%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.8%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27851 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 27851 in Lucama, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,366 residents, a median household income of $61,556, and a median home value of $127,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.