ZIP Code 27516 — Chapel hill, NC

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Key Takeaway

ZIP code 27516 in Chapel hill, NC has a population of 47,358 with a median household income of $106,353 and a median home value of $567,200 . The cost of living index is 173.7 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
47,358
Median Age
36.90
Male
22,505
Female
24,853

Race & Ethnicity

White
68.9%
Black
8.8%
Hispanic
8.1%
Asian
9.6%
Native American
0.4%
Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or More
8.6%
Other
3.6%

Income

Median Household
$106,353
Mean Household
$157,150
Per Capita
$58,731
Below Poverty
15.8%

Housing

Median Home Value
$567,200
Median Rent
$1,564
Total Units
18,951
Occupied
17,503
Owner Occupied
70.7%
Renter Occupied
29.3%
Median Year Built
1996
Vacant
1,448

Education

High School or Higher 95.9%
Bachelor's or Higher 72.8%
Graduate Degree 42.6%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
24,371
Unemployment
6.8%
Drive Alone
54.8%
Public Transit
3.6%
Work from Home
31.9%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

173.7
National average = 100. Above average by 73.7%.

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Chapel Hill
8.0 mi
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Efland
9.2 mi
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Hillsborough
9.5 mi
27340
Saxapahaw
10.8 mi
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Durham
10.9 mi
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Graham
11.9 mi
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Haw river
12.4 mi
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Research triangl
12.5 mi
27708
Durham
13.2 mi
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Mebane
13.6 mi

Other ZIP Codes in Chapel hill

27514
Pop: 32,951

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 27516?

ZIP code 27516 (Chapel hill, NC) has a total population of 47,358 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 27516?

The median household income in ZIP code 27516 is $106,353 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 27516 in?

ZIP code 27516 is primarily located in Chapel hill, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 27516?

The median home value in ZIP code 27516 is $567,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 27516?

The median age in ZIP code 27516 is 36.90 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.