27603 ZIP Code
Raleigh, North carolina
January 19, 2026
| ZIP Code: | 27603 |
| City/Town: | Raleigh |
| County: | Wake |
| State: | North carolina |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 53,535 |
| Median Household Income: | $84,569 |
| Per Capita Income: | $48,083 |
| Total Housing Units: | 23,637 |
| Median Home Value: | $313,200 |
| Land Area: | 51.4 sq miles
133.2 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.3 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 35.6648, -78.6537 |
Population Information (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 53,535 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 27,539 | 51.4% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 25,996 | 48.6% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 34.9 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 3,596 | 6.7% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 3,365 | 6.3% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,204 | 4.1% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,566 | 4.8% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 4,920 | 9.2% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 10,335 | 19.3% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 7,506 | 14.0% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 6,631 | 12.4% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 3,387 | 6.3% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,649 | 4.9% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 4,136 | 7.7% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,815 | 3.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 425 | 0.8% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $313,200 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.4 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,416 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 23,637 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 21,281 | 90.0% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,356 | 10.0% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 13,007 | 61.1% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 8,274 | 38.9% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 36,884 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 907 | 2.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,385 | 3.8% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 6,606 | 17.9% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 7,373 | 20.0% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,951 | 8.0% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 12,316 | 33.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 5,346 | 14.5% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 93.8% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 47.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (27603 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $84,569 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $111,999 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $103,723 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $48,083 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 30,288 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 29,040 | 96.2% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,160 | 3.8% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 13,673 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 23,121 | 79.6% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 3,989 | 13.7% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,856 | 6.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 74 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 35,889 | 67.0% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 9,575 | 17.9% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 136 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,156 | 2.2% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 2,370 | 4.4% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 4,409 | 8.2% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 4,739 | 8.9% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 7,417 | 13.9% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 4,074 | 7.6% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 964 | 1.8% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 179 | 0.3% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 2,200 | 4.1% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (27603 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 1,002 | 4.7% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 487 | 2.3% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,542 | 7.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,548 | 7.3% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 2,051 | 9.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,768 | 13.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 3,106 | 14.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 4,031 | 18.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 2,250 | 10.6% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 2,496 | 11.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (27603 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 20,074 | 69.1% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,920 | 6.6% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 132 | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 550 | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 383 | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 5,654 | 19.5% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 27.8 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (27603 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 147 | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,905 | 6.6% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 2,513 | 8.7% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 645 | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 2,438 | 8.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,404 | 4.8% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 1,027 | 3.5% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,805 | 6.2% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 5,871 | 20.2% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 5,765 | 19.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 2,770 | 9.5% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 1,116 | 3.8% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 1,634 | 5.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 12.3% | 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 (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 46,235 | 86.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 37,998 | 71.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 13,137 | 24.5% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 6,132 | 11.5% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (27603 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 18,120 | 85.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 4,576 | 21.5% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 3,674 | 17.3% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 420 | 2.0% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 152 | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,340 | 6.3% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (27603 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 14,195 | 60.1% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 1,499 | 6.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 210 | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 487 | 2.1% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 911 | 3.9% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 1,324 | 5.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 3,692 | 15.6% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,310 | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 9 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (27603 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 411 | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 4,149 | 17.6% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 5,964 | 25.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 4,299 | 18.2% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 3,167 | 13.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,783 | 7.5% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,749 | 7.4% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 624 | 2.6% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 367 | 1.6% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,124 | 4.8% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (27603 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 504 | 2.1% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 2,517 | 10.6% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 5,515 | 23.3% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 10,913 | 46.2% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 3,708 | 15.7% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 480 | 2.0% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (27603 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 5,775 | 27.1% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 959 | 4.5% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 14,267 | 67.0% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 144 | 0.7% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 47 | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 43 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 46 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (27603 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 684 | 3.2% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 6,222 | 29.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 9,323 | 43.8% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 5,052 | 23.7% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (27603 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 482 | 3.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 426 | 3.3% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 576 | 4.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 841 | 6.5% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 3,740 | 28.8% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 4,966 | 38.2% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 1,831 | 14.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 145 | 1.1% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (27603 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,716 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $509 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,416 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.56 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.27 | 2.38 |
Households (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 21,281 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 9,793 | 46.0% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 3,883 | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 4,973 | 23.4% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 5,154 | 24.2% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 5,291 | 24.9% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 4,522 | 21.2% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.45 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.08 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (27603 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 23,119 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 10,241 | 44.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 10,553 | 45.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 354 | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,711 | 7.4% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 6,767 | 29.3% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (27603 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 13,348 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 1,091 | 8.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 580 | 4.3% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 4,481 | 33.6% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,688 | 12.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 5,508 | 41.3% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 42,783 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 3,458 | 8.1% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 52,367 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 5,450 | 10.4% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 322 | 5.9% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,906 | 53.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,222 | 40.8% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (27603 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 42,791 | 79.9% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 9,961 | 18.6% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 6,376 | 64.0% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 3,430 | 34.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 1,956 | 19.6% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 155 | 1.6% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (27603 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 48,825 | 91.2% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 764 | 1.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 4,710 | 616.5% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 4,710 | 616.5% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 4,710 | 616.5% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 331 | 43.3% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 387 | 50.7% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 25 | 3.3% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 2,876 | 376.4% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 178 | 23.3% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (27603 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 49,939 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 42,481 | 85.1% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 7,458 | 14.9% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 5,057 | 10.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 1,010 | 2.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 860 | 1.7% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 531 | 1.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (27603 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 21,281 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 20,629 | 96.9% | 89.4% |
Raleigh, NC27603