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Chapel Hill, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Chapel Hill, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Chatham County, Orange County) — 4 ZIP codes — population 107,660 — median income $106,592 — avg. home value $569,667. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
107,660
Median household income (avg.)
$106,592
142% of U.S. median
Average home value
$569,667
164% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,345
116% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
34.3
Chapel Hill demographics
Chapel Hill, North Carolina covers 4 ZIP codes spanning Chatham County and Orange County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 107,660.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 34.3 years.
Median household income in Chapel Hill
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Chapel Hill, North Carolina is about $106,592 — about 60% above the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 42% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 27517 is near the top at about $124,821, while 27514 is near the bottom at about $94,167.
Housing in Chapel Hill
For housing in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $569,667 and the average median rent is about $1,345.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 27516 (about 46,372 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Chapel Hill
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27516 | Chapel Hill | Orange County | NC | 46,372 | $100,788 | $508,400 |
| 27514 | Chapel Hill | Orange County | NC | 32,612 | $94,167 | $628,700 |
| 27517 | Chapel Hill | Chatham County | NC | 28,676 | $124,821 | $571,900 |
| 27599 | Chapel Hill | Orange County | NC | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Chapel Hill?
Chapel Hill, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 107,660 across 4 ZIP codes (primarily Chatham County, Orange County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Chapel Hill?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Chapel Hill, North Carolina is about $106,592, about 60% above the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 42% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $569,667. Among ZIPs with data, 27517 is near the top ($124,821) and 27514 is near the bottom ($94,167).
How many ZIP codes are in Chapel Hill?
Chapel Hill, North Carolina includes 4 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Chapel Hill?
This page lists ZIP codes in Chapel Hill, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.