| ZIP Code | 27893 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilson |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Wilson County |
| Area Code | 252 |
| Elevation | 78 ft |
| Latitude | 35.693766 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.904137 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 37195 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 29.7% ▲ 197% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.7% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.7% ▲ 97% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 671 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,455 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 2,704 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 3,318 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,520 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,566 (16.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,180 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $153,000 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $894/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,383 |
| Vacant Units | 2,309 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,383 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,309 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 27893 is located in Wilson, North Carolina, within Wilson County. With a population of 38,626, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 27893 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $40,180 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 27893 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $153,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $894 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.5%) and renters (57.5%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 27893 is majority Black (54.52%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.7%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 27893 stands at 9.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 27893 in Wilson, NC is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 38,626 residents, a median household income of $40,180, and a median home value of $153,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Carolina.