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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 27524 has 13,258 residents and 5,108 households (average 2.58 persons per household). The median age is 39.6 years, about the same as the state (39.4) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.4% male and 51.6% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (71.2%, much higher than the state average of 62.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (17.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 17.2%, which is higher than the state average (10.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	13,258Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	14,420Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	15,216Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	98.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$76,141Source: Census ACS

Households:	5,108Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$210,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.58Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	2.92Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	10,992	11,372	11,674	11,978	12,489	13,820	13,936	13,916	13,675	13,308	13,753	13,976	14,420
Decennial Census	12,338	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	13,258	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 39.6

Male Median Age: 38.7

Female Median Age: 40.3

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	402	443	504	489	366	392	336	360	380	500	433	422	400	365	315	166	88	52
Female	460	451	493	438	355	390	431	371	475	488	486	424	378	353	356	258	108	130
Total	862	894	997	927	721	782	767	731	855	988	919	846	778	718	671	424	196	182

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	9,438	64.49%
Black:	1,356	9.27%
Hispanic:*	2,275	15.54%
Asian:	39	0.27%
American Indian:	132	0.90%
Hawaiian:	1	0.01%
Other:	1,394	9.53%
Total:	14,635	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	6,413	48.37%	38.7 years
Females:	6,845	51.63%	40.3 years
Total:	13,258	100%	39.6 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	12,814	88.86%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	108	0.75%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	291	2.02%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	1,207	10.39%
Total Population:	14,420	100%
Total Native Population:	12,922	89.61%
Total Foreign-born Population:	1,498	10.39%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2023, the Median household income is $76,141, which is far above the state median ($69,904), is up $35,450 (87.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $26,804. Family households earn a median of $85,086 versus $52,530 for nonfamily households (a difference of $32,556). By gender, male median income is $52,423 and female is $43,359, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $9,064 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 64.9%, which is edges past the state rate (62.7%). The unemployment rate is 2.4%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (27.2%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$40,691	$38,722	$37,672	$38,187	$39,333	$47,649	$51,297	$48,052	$49,337	$56,957	$59,355	$68,549	$76,141
Median Family Income	$46,213	$46,839	$47,058	$48,427	$48,595	$57,272	$56,720	$57,154	$57,686	$56,033	$59,515	$77,868	$85,086
Median NonFamily Income	$16,034	$14,317	$14,944	$14,986	$14,349	$26,176	$25,636	$27,234	$27,765	$43,308	$36,184	$40,217	$52,530
Median Male Income	$36,528	$38,761	$38,925	$43,699	$38,208	$41,306	$40,818	$41,185	$41,475	$41,482	$44,604	$50,142	$52,423
Median Female Income	$29,579	$30,182	$32,087	$33,200	$38,255	$40,259	$38,846	$38,864	$39,155	$37,323	$36,060	$40,991	$43,359

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	7,240	63.29%
Unemployed:	181	1.58%
Not In Labor Force:	4,018	35.13%
Total:	11,439	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	1,968	27.18%
Service:	1,238	17.10%
Sales and Office:	1,589	21.95%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	1,325	18.30%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	1,120	15.47%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	7,240	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2023, the median home value is $210,900, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $98,600 (87.80%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $70,000. The median gross rent is $1,011, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $326 (47.59%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $170. Of occupied housing, owners make up 70.71% (62.29% with a mortgage, 37.71% free-and-clear) and renters 29.29% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 13.21%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$112,300	$113,900	$113,200	$118,700	$119,600	$131,300	$132,000	$140,300	$140,900	$142,700	$150,600	$185,400	$210,900

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	63	4.14%
$500 to $999:	581	38.17%
$1,000 to $1,499:	573	37.65%
$1,500 to $1,999:	45	2.96%
$2,000 to $2,499:	14	0.92%
$2,500 to $2,999:	44	2.89%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	202	13.27%
Total:	1,522	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$685	$675	$644	$656	$648	$659	$662	$742	$841	$843	$901	$978	$1,011

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	2,289	44.04%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	1,386	26.67%
Renter Occupied:	1,522	29.29%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	5,197	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	5,197	86.79%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	791	13.21%
Total Housing Units:	5,988	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

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Single-Family Units:	4,422	73.85%
Multi-Family Units:	158	2.64%
Other Units:	1,408	23.51%
Total Housing Units:	5,988	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 16.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 85.50%, which is generally lower than the state rate (89.70%). The uninsured rate is 16.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 6.40%, which is generally lower than the state rate (9.40%), down 7.60 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 6.30 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (43.13%). College enrollment is 18.87%, which is markedly below the state rate (27.10%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	627	6.38%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	799	8.13%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	3,055	31.07%
Some college, no degree:	2,323	23.62%
Associate's degree:	1,408	14.32%
Bachelor's degree:	1,128	11.47%
Graduate or professional degree:	493	5.01%
Total:	9,833	100%
High school or higher:	8,407	85.50%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	1,621	16.49%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

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Private Insurance:	8,657	54.42%
Public Insurance:	4,809	30.23%
No Insurance:	2,443	15.36%
Total:	15,909	100%
Has Health Insurance:	13,466	84.64%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	14.0%	14.7%	16.8%	18.4%	16.1%	14.8%	14.0%	12.2%	12.7%	10.3%	11.0%	8.0%	6.4%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	219	6.74%
Kindergarten:	189	5.82%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,401	43.13%
High school (grades 9-12):	826	25.43%
College or graduate school:	613	18.87%
Total:	3,248	100%
Early Childhood:	408	12.56%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	2,416	74.38%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Four Oaks, North Carolina
Counties:	Johnston County[Primary] Wayne County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	7:57:46 PM
Population:	13,258 [See All]
Area Codes:	919 / 984
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	35.4181, -78.3698
Land Area:	134.436 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/27524/zip-code-27524.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	5,898Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	114Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	11,667Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	4,816Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	34Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	189Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$10,957,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$48,506,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	1,198Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Raleigh-Cary, NCSource: Census
CBSA Number:	39580Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	1,449,594Source: Census
MSA:	Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC MSASource: Census
Land Area:	134.436 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.829 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	13Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	2280.59 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	3724520Source: Census
Place Name:	Four Oaks town; North CarolinaSource: Census

ZIP Code 27524 in Four Oaks, NC

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 27524

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 27524

Sources & References