Raleigh, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Raleigh, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Wake County) — 17 ZIP codes — population 560,455 — median income $93,618 — avg. home value $468,193. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Raleigh demographics
Raleigh, North Carolina covers 17 ZIP codes primarily in Wake County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 560,455.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 35.2 years.
Median household income in Raleigh
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Raleigh, North Carolina is about $93,618 — about 41% above the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 25% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 27608 is near the top at about $155,433, while 27605 is near the bottom at about $63,267.
Housing in Raleigh
For housing in Raleigh, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $468,193 and the average median rent is about $1,316.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 27610 (about 80,173 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Raleigh
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27610 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 80,173 | $66,245 | $260,300 |
| 27616 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 61,161 | $81,534 | $314,800 |
| 27603 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 53,835 | $87,939 | $347,000 |
| 27606 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 45,728 | $75,640 | $423,900 |
| 27615 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 45,722 | $107,051 | $441,100 |
| 27613 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 44,357 | $119,362 | $478,600 |
| 27604 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 44,094 | $72,793 | $293,100 |
| 27612 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 40,475 | $95,565 | $481,500 |
| 27609 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 35,548 | $81,538 | $441,100 |
| 27614 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 33,021 | $122,258 | $530,100 |
| 27607 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 26,062 | $95,216 | $639,200 |
| 27617 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 20,012 | $109,991 | $448,300 |
| 27608 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 12,522 | $155,433 | $911,000 |
| 27601 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 9,702 | $70,433 | $572,600 |
| 27605 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 6,121 | $63,267 | $440,300 |
| 27695 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | 1,922 | — | — |
| 27697 | Raleigh | Wake County | NC | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Raleigh?
Raleigh, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 560,455 across 17 ZIP codes (primarily Wake County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Raleigh?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Raleigh, North Carolina is about $93,618, about 41% above the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 25% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $468,193. Among ZIPs with data, 27608 is near the top ($155,433) and 27605 is near the bottom ($63,267).
How many ZIP codes are in Raleigh?
Raleigh, North Carolina includes 17 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Raleigh?
This page lists ZIP codes in Raleigh, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.