27510 ZIP Code
Carrboro, North carolina
December 12, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 27510 |
| City/Town: | Carrboro |
| County: | Orange |
| State: | North carolina |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 14,131 |
| Median Household Income: | $61,089 |
| Per Capita Income: | $37,457 |
| Total Housing Units: | 7,527 |
| Median Home Value: | $379,700 |
| Land Area: | 3.2 sq miles
8.3 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 35.9098, -79.0813 |
Population Information (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 14,131 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 6,659 | 47.1% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 7,472 | 52.9% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 32.0 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 589 | 4.2% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 645 | 4.6% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 738 | 5.2% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 363 | 2.6% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,907 | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,781 | 26.8% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,829 | 12.9% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,400 | 9.9% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 638 | 4.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 619 | 4.4% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 967 | 6.8% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 336 | 2.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 319 | 2.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $379,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.2 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,310 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 7,527 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 6,786 | 90.2% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 741 | 9.8% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 1,895 | 27.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 4,891 | 72.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 9,889 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 318 | 3.2% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 188 | 1.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 801 | 8.1% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,666 | 16.8% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 535 | 5.4% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 3,201 | 32.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 3,180 | 32.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 94.9% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 64.5% | 34.3% |
Income Information (27510 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $61,089 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $82,629 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $97,273 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $37,457 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 8,882 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 8,583 | 96.6% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 299 | 3.4% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 3,150 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 4,980 | 58.0% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 3,405 | 39.7% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 198 | 2.3% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 9,526 | 67.4% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 2,413 | 17.1% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 107 | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,052 | 7.4% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 249 | 1.8% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 784 | 5.5% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 641 | 4.5% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 940 | 6.7% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 336 | 2.4% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 155 | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 449 | 3.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (27510 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 373 | 5.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 260 | 3.8% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 526 | 7.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 555 | 8.2% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,030 | 15.2% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,323 | 19.5% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 968 | 14.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 892 | 13.1% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 306 | 4.5% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 553 | 8.1% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (27510 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 4,447 | 51.8% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 473 | 5.5% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 1,015 | 11.8% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 331 | 3.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 489 | 5.7% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,688 | 19.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 22.7 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (27510 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 77 | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 141 | 1.6% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 157 | 1.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 61 | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 785 | 9.1% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 102 | 1.2% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 151 | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 124 | 1.4% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 954 | 11.1% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 4,711 | 54.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 622 | 7.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 486 | 5.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 212 | 2.5% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 13.9% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 13,290 | 94.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 11,540 | 81.7% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 2,887 | 20.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 822 | 5.8% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (27510 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 5,841 | 86.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,009 | 14.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 852 | 12.6% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 204 | 3.0% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 195 | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 380 | 5.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (27510 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,457 | 32.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 710 | 9.4% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 206 | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 381 | 5.1% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 1,026 | 13.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 1,855 | 24.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 892 | 11.9% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (27510 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 248 | 3.3% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 656 | 8.7% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 914 | 12.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 2,251 | 29.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,647 | 21.9% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 894 | 11.9% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 566 | 7.5% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 221 | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 130 | 1.7% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (27510 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 513 | 6.8% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,437 | 19.1% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,080 | 40.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,677 | 22.3% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 594 | 7.9% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 226 | 3.0% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (27510 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 2,033 | 30.0% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 46 | 0.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 4,542 | 66.9% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 104 | 1.5% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 61 | 0.9% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (27510 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 622 | 9.2% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 3,335 | 49.1% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,129 | 31.4% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 700 | 10.3% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (27510 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 74 | 3.9% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 12 | 0.6% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 179 | 9.4% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 216 | 11.4% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 924 | 48.8% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 460 | 24.3% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 30 | 1.6% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (27510 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,256 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $669 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,310 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.31 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.98 | 2.38 |
Households (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 6,786 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,102 | 31.0% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 896 | 13.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,888 | 27.8% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,254 | 33.2% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,209 | 17.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,082 | 15.9% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.07 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.99 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (27510 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 5,826 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,776 | 47.6% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,332 | 40.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 99 | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 469 | 8.1% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,866 | 49.2% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (27510 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 5,169 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 40 | 0.8% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 134 | 2.6% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,115 | 21.6% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 347 | 6.7% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 3,533 | 68.3% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 11,916 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 548 | 4.6% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 14,112 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,346 | 9.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 42 | 3.1% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 754 | 56.0% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 550 | 40.9% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (27510 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 10,503 | 74.3% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,564 | 25.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,430 | 40.1% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,881 | 52.8% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 1,148 | 32.2% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 253 | 7.1% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (27510 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 12,183 | 86.2% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 373 | 2.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 1,948 | 522.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 1,948 | 522.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 1,948 | 522.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 570 | 152.8% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 218 | 58.4% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 77 | 20.6% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 365 | 97.9% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 38 | 10.2% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (27510 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 13,542 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 11,552 | 85.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,990 | 14.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 754 | 5.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 677 | 5.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 398 | 2.9% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 161 | 1.2% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (27510 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 6,786 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 6,601 | 97.3% | 89.4% |
Carrboro, NC27510