ZIP Code 27606 in Raleigh, NC

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Raleigh, North Carolina
County:Wake County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:00:00 PM
Population:48,343 [See All]
Area Code:919
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:35.7376, -78.7212
Land Area:24.465 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 27606 has 48,343 residents and 20,283 households (average 2.22 persons per household). The median age is 28.9 years, significantly younger than the state (39.4) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.9% male and 47.1% female, which is higher than the state male share (48.5%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (58.5%, lower than the state average of 62.2%) and Black or African American (16.0%, lower than the state average of 20.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.4%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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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:48,343Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:45,728Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:50,136Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,976.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$75,640Source: Census ACS
Households:20,283Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$423,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.22Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.54Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--42,59044,05844,26144,75244,80546,39346,32146,58947,47848,72645,49945,54645,728
Decennial Census43,210------------------48,343------
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: 28.9

Male Median Age: 28.7

Female Median Age: 29.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,1881,0141,0381,5084,9343,9532,4891,6861,3011,2211,1041,1741,017786538317140168
Female1,1299939551,5234,2713,0131,9961,4341,0791,0201,0621,161996795584344172240
Total2,3172,0071,9933,0319,2056,9664,4853,1202,3802,2412,1662,3352,0131,5811,122661312408
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:28,28156.99%
Black:7,74915.62%
Hispanic:*5,01310.10%
Asian:5,34810.78%
American Indian:2330.47%
Hawaiian:440.09%
Other:2,9575.96%
Total:49,625100%
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:25,57652.91%28.7 years
Females:22,76747.09%29.1 years
Total:48,343100%28.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:35,61277.88%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:9282.03%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:2,6855.87%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:6,50320.09%
Total Population:45,728100%
Total Native Population:36,54079.91%
Total Foreign-born Population:9,18820.09%
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 $75,640, which is considerably higher than the state median ($69,904), is up $33,381 (79.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $18,441. Family households earn a median of $100,769 versus $53,716 for nonfamily households (a difference of $47,053). By gender, male median income is $61,704 and female is $57,450, which is considerably higher than the state female median ($49,054), with a current gap of $4,254 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 70.3%, which is markedly above the state rate (62.7%). The unemployment rate is 4.7%, which is a bit less than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (57.4%).

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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$42,259$43,431$44,123$44,422$45,882$48,231$50,540$51,959$57,199$62,204$65,133$71,701$75,640
Median Family Income$65,515$64,630$64,781$61,324$64,704$66,233$71,275$74,023$77,951$84,313$88,983$95,887$100,769
Median NonFamily Income$30,439$32,393$32,139$33,828$36,373$40,666$41,467$42,816$45,672$45,796$46,110$51,246$53,716
Median Male Income$44,082$45,579$44,978$43,959$43,528$43,947$44,221$46,463$46,478$47,886$50,893$55,854$61,704
Median Female Income$36,343$36,406$36,600$36,239$36,281$37,220$39,445$40,137$41,422$45,907$48,453$54,650$57,450
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:26,24766.92%
Unemployed:1,3023.32%
Not In Labor Force:11,67429.76%
Total:39,223100%
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:15,06457.39%
Service:3,71814.17%
Sales and Office:4,67317.80%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,1354.32%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,6576.31%
Total Civilian Employed Population:26,247100%
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 $423,900, which is far above the state median ($259,400), is up $177,800 (72.25%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $145,100. The median gross rent is $1,369, which is considerably higher than the state median ($1,162), is up $555 (68.18%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $306. Of occupied housing, owners make up 37.11% (69.36% with a mortgage, 30.64% free-and-clear) and renters 62.89% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.54%, 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)


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$246,100$244,400$231,900$224,600$230,800$237,000$247,100$263,700$278,800$292,500$329,700$392,800$423,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1200.98%
$500 to $999:1,56112.78%
$1,000 to $1,499:6,17050.53%
$1,500 to $1,999:3,33627.32%
$2,000 to $2,499:6545.36%
$2,500 to $2,999:720.59%
$3,000 or more:830.68%
No Rent:2141.75%
Total:12,210100%
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$814$841$852$866$876$922$953$1,003$1,063$1,103$1,149$1,266$1,369
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):4,99825.74%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,20811.37%
Renter Occupied:12,21062.89%
Total Occupied Housing Units:19,416100%

Occupied Housing Units:19,41687.46%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2,78312.54%
Total Housing Units:22,199100%
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:9,77844.05%
Multi-Family Units:12,21555.03%
Other Units:2060.93%
Total Housing Units:22,199100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 58.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (34.70%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 92.50%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 8.50%, which is just under the state rate (10.40%). Public coverage is 20.80%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 9.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 2.40 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.80 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (60.38%). College enrollment is 60.38%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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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:1,1113.74%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,1063.72%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,90513.14%
Some college, no degree:4,13413.92%
Associate's degree:2,0706.97%
Bachelor's degree:9,90333.33%
Graduate or professional degree:7,47925.18%
Total:29,708100%
High school or higher:27,49192.54%
Bachelor's degree or higher:17,38258.51%
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:35,56073.00%
Public Insurance:9,34419.18%
No Insurance:3,8117.82%
Total:48,715100%
Has Health Insurance:44,90492.18%
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 Poverty12.1%13.7%14.2%13.8%12.5%12.4%9.8%8.7%7.9%7.9%8.8%8.5%9.7%
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:8126.12%
Kindergarten:4283.23%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,86121.57%
High school (grades 9-12):1,1548.70%
College or graduate school:8,01060.38%
Total:13,265100%
Early Childhood:1,2409.35%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):4,44333.49%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 27606 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 964 business establishments, employing about 15,821 people with an annual payroll of $1,160,652,000. USPS data shows 22,584 residential mailboxes and 903 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:22,584Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:903Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:23,816Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:8,328Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:7,960Source: USPS
# of Businesses:964Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$331,945,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,160,652,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:15,821Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 27606 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 3.33% of whom live in ZIP Code 27606. It covers 24.465 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.372 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:24.465 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.372 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:3755000Source: Census
Place Name:Raleigh city; North CarolinaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


27607 | | 27605

Schools in ZIP Code 27606


ZIP Code 27606 is in the Wake County Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 12 public schools and 5 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.

Ncvps 1017 Main Campus Dr
Raleigh, NC 27606
Oak Grove Elementary 10401 Penny Road
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Athens Drive High 1420 Athens Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Combs Elementary 2001 Lorimer Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Swift Creek Elementary 5601 Tryon Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Dillard Drive Elementary 5018 Dillard Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Dillard Drive Middle 5200 Dillard Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Centennial Campus Middle 1900 Main Campus Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Yates Mill Elementary 5993 Yates Mill Pond Road
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy 301 Ashe Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Connections Academy 1280 Buck Jones Rd
Cary, NC 27606
District: Wake County Schools
Gov. Morehead School F/T Blind 303 Ashe Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27606
Children's Discovery Center 5511 Avent Ferry Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Private School
Grace Christian Elementary School 801 Buck Jones Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Private School
Learn With The Best School, Inc. 559 Jones Franklin Rd Ste 164 A&B
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Private School
Adventist Christian Academy 4805 Dillard Dr
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Private School
Grace Christian School 1101 Buck Jones Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 27606


Shepherds Theological Seminary 6051 Tryon Road
Cary, NC 27518-9316
Type: Post Secondary
Mycomputercareer.edu-Raleigh 5511 Capital Center Dr Ste 500
Raleigh, NC 27606
Type: Post Secondary
Mitchells Academy 1301 Buck Jones Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606
Type: Post Secondary
Strayer University-South Raleigh Campus 3421 Olympia Drive
Raleigh, NC 27603
Type: Post Secondary
North Carolina State University At Raleigh 2101 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27695-7001
Type: Post Secondary
Meredith College 3800 Hillsborough St
Raleigh, NC 27607-5298
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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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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