NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 27018

NC · Population: 7,701

B
66/100
58
C+
Safety
80
A
Affordability
69
B
Quality of Life
56
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 27018

Zip code 27018 is located in North Carolina and is home to approximately 7,701 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $64,543 and home values around $193,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 17.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.9%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$64,543
Home Value
$193,200
Rent
$713/mo
Median Age
43
College Educated
17.3%
Unemployment
5.9%
Owner-Occupied
83.5%
Rent Burden
13.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety58C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life69BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy56C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall66BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).