| ZIP Code | 27883 |
|---|---|
| City | Stantonsburg |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Wilson County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 60 ft |
| Latitude | 35.592408 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.804368 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37195 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 29.1% ▲ 191% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 191 (7.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 750 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 324 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 393 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 376 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 493 (19.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,380 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $110,100 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $900/mo ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,734 |
| Vacant Units | 153 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,734 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 153 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 27883 is located in Stantonsburg, North Carolina, within Wilson County. With a population of 4,447, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.8 years. Economically, 27883 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,380 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27883 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $110,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $900 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 27883 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 40.4%. Residents are moderately educated — 34.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.1%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27883 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 90%.
Overall, ZIP code 27883 in Stantonsburg, NC is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,447 residents, a median household income of $56,380, and a median home value of $110,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.