ZIP Code 27545 in Knightdale, NC

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Knightdale, North Carolina
County:Wake County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:7:58:22 PM
Population:32,567 [See All]
Area Code:919
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:35.7920, -78.4758
Land Area:31.647 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 27545 has 32,567 residents and 11,978 households (average 2.71 persons per household). The median age is 36.2 years, younger than the state (39.4) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.2% male and 52.8% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (39.2%, much lower than the state average of 62.2% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (37.9%, much higher than the state average of 20.5% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 17.8%, which is much higher than the state average (10.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (20.5%) and national averages (12.4%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:32,567Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:33,750Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:39,124Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,029.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$85,400Source: Census ACS
Households:11,978Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$301,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.71Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.98Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--22,17023,30224,26624,52925,59625,67726,34427,18628,67627,21532,17132,68433,750
Decennial Census23,006------------------32,567------
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: 36.2

Male Median Age: 34.6

Female Median Age: 37.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,0941,1311,1771,1579971,0431,1971,1841,1201,1441,00790876855641825514584
Female1,1041,1001,2021,0899421,1061,3701,3061,3711,3631,2191,088973719463341216210
Total2,1982,2312,3792,2461,9392,1492,5672,4902,4912,5072,2261,9961,7411,275881596361294
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:12,76335.76%
Black:12,34534.59%
Hispanic:*5,78416.21%
Asian:9192.57%
American Indian:3250.91%
Hawaiian:280.08%
Other:3,5269.88%
Total:35,690100%
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.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:15,38547.24%34.6 years
Females:17,18252.76%37.6 years
Total:32,567100%36.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:27,23880.71%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:6171.83%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3,41210.11%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2,48317.47%
Total Population:33,750100%
Total Native Population:27,85582.53%
Total Foreign-born Population:5,89517.47%
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 $85,400, which is considerably higher than the state median ($69,904), is up $21,359 (33.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $22,297. Family households earn a median of $88,583 versus $59,375 for nonfamily households (a difference of $29,208). By gender, male median income is $61,146 and female is $53,185, which is much higher than the state female median ($49,054), with a current gap of $7,961 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 74.5%, which is markedly above the state rate (62.7%). The unemployment rate is 5.2%, which is slightly higher than the state rate (4.7%). The largest occupation group is Management (46.8%).

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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)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$64,041$61,826$61,258$60,825$57,061$57,771$58,866$63,683$63,103$68,003$70,452$81,507$85,400
Median Family Income$71,225$70,371$70,938$72,301$67,403$66,854$67,601$72,815$67,578$79,151$78,549$89,101$88,583
Median NonFamily Income$40,696$38,954$39,911$38,008$37,193$39,278$42,675$46,884$48,960$48,282$49,889$54,367$59,375
Median Male Income$44,571$45,353$45,542$45,766$42,139$42,402$41,845$44,738$46,782$50,868$55,354$62,044$61,146
Median Female Income$42,306$41,473$42,280$41,675$39,838$40,692$42,186$42,267$42,641$45,361$42,699$48,631$53,185
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


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

Employment Status


Employed:18,28270.52%
Unemployed:1,0123.90%
Not In Labor Force:6,63225.58%
Total:25,926100%
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)


Management, business, science, and arts:8,56346.84%
Service:2,97716.28%
Sales and Office:3,60019.69%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,4257.79%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,7179.39%
Total Civilian Employed Population:18,282100%
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 $301,300, which is considerably higher than the state median ($259,400), is up $148,000 (96.54%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $126,000. The median gross rent is $1,560, which is considerably higher than the state median ($1,162), is up $636 (68.83%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $440. Of occupied housing, owners make up 70.24% (74.34% with a mortgage, 25.66% free-and-clear) and renters 29.76% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.00%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (13.05%).

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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)


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

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$153,300$154,200$153,500$157,300$158,100$158,800$164,200$168,600$175,300$188,200$217,100$266,100$301,300
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1494.08%
$500 to $999:46712.79%
$1,000 to $1,499:97726.75%
$1,500 to $1,999:1,53241.95%
$2,000 to $2,499:3248.87%
$2,500 to $2,999:1072.93%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:962.63%
Total:3,652100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$924$924$893$879$883$944$962$1,067$1,120$1,124$1,196$1,415$1,560
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):6,40752.22%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,21118.02%
Renter Occupied:3,65229.76%
Total Occupied Housing Units:12,270100%

Occupied Housing Units:12,27096.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5114.00%
Total Housing Units:12,781100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:9,78776.57%
Multi-Family Units:1,94015.18%
Other Units:1,0548.25%
Total Housing Units:12,781100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 36.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (34.70%). High school or higher is 88.70%, which is on par with the state rate (89.70%). The uninsured rate is 12.30%, which is well above the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 8.90%, which is on par with the state rate (9.40%), up 2.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.10 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (41.17%). College enrollment is 19.21%, 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)


Less than 9th grade:1,1685.34%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,3035.96%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4,90622.44%
Some college, no degree:4,14418.95%
Associate's degree:2,42811.11%
Bachelor's degree:5,03223.02%
Graduate or professional degree:2,88213.18%
Total:21,863100%
High school or higher:19,39288.70%
Bachelor's degree or higher:7,91436.20%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:23,26562.92%
Public Insurance:9,57925.90%
No Insurance:4,13411.18%
Total:36,978100%
Has Health Insurance:32,84488.82%
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)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty6.7%7.1%6.8%6.1%6.5%6.8%5.4%5.1%4.8%6.3%7.4%8.5%8.9%
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)


Nursery School, Preschool:6086.83%
Kindergarten:4094.60%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,66341.17%
High school (grades 9-12):2,50928.20%
College or graduate school:1,70919.21%
Total:8,898100%
Early Childhood:1,01711.43%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):6,58173.96%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 27545 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 653 business establishments, employing about 8,145 people with an annual payroll of $367,595,000. USPS data shows 14,437 residential mailboxes and 543 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:14,437Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:543Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:15,502Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:8,354Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:3,396Source: USPS
# of Businesses:653Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$92,176,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$367,595,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:8,145Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 27545 is located in Wake County, North Carolina, within the Raleigh-Cary, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 39580) and North Carolina's 2nd and 13rd Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 1,449,594 people, about 2.25% of whom live in ZIP Code 27545. It covers 31.647 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.124 sq mi.

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:31.647 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.124 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:02,13Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:3246.68, 2280.59 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:3736080Source: Census
Place Name:Knightdale town; North CarolinaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


27546 | | 27544

Schools in ZIP Code 27545


ZIP Code 27545 is in the Wake County Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 5 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Hodge Road Elementary 2128 Mingo Bluff Boulevard
Knightdale, NC 27545
District: Wake County Schools
Knightdale Elementary 109 Ridge St
Knightdale, NC 27545
District: Wake County Schools
Lockhart Elementary 1320 N Smithfield Rd
Knightdale, NC 27545
District: Wake County Schools
Forestville Road Elementary 100 Lawson Ridge Road
Knightdale, NC 27545
District: Wake County Schools
Knightdale High 100 Bryan Chalk Lane
Knightdale, NC 27545
District: Wake County Schools
Thales Academy 525 Carolinian Ave
Knightdale, NC 27545
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 27545


Southeastern Free Will Baptist Bible College 532 Eagle Rock Road
Wendell, NC 27591-9072
Type: Post Secondary
Miller-Motte College-Raleigh 3901 Capital Blvd Ste 151
Raleigh, NC 27604-6072
Type: Post Secondary
Strayer University-North Raleigh Campus 5221 Capital Blvd.
Raleigh, NC 27616
Type: Post Secondary
Gwinnett College 3200 Spring Forest Road, Suite 214
Raleigh, NC 27616
Type: Post Secondary
Saint Augustine's University 1315 Oakwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27610-2298
Type: Post Secondary
William Peace University 15 E Peace St
Raleigh, NC 27604-1194
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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