Johnston County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Johnston County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 11 ZIP codes — population 182,287 — avg. income $71,175 — avg. home value $230,000. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Johnston County demographics
Johnston County, North Carolina covers 11 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 182,287.
Median household income in Johnston County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Johnston County, North Carolina is about $71,175 — about 7% above the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 5% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 27527 (Archer Lodge) is near the top at about $111,011, while 27555 (Micro) is near the bottom at about $51,094.
Housing in Johnston County
For housing in Johnston County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $230,000 and the average median rent is about $763.
The most populous ZIP is 27520 (Clayton) with about 48,662 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Johnston County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27520 | Clayton | Johnston County | NC | 48,662 | $84,545 | $282,200 |
| 27527 | Archer Lodge | Johnston County | NC | 35,968 | $111,011 | $360,700 |
| 27577 | Smithfield | Johnston County | NC | 26,946 | $56,237 | $230,200 |
| 27576 | Selma | Johnston County | NC | 20,104 | $62,044 | $178,200 |
| 27504 | Benson | Johnston County | NC | 15,999 | $68,376 | $217,400 |
| 27524 | Four Oaks | Johnston County | NC | 14,420 | $76,141 | $210,900 |
| 27542 | Kenly | Johnston County | NC | 9,441 | $56,157 | $180,800 |
| 27569 | Princeton | Johnston County | NC | 8,396 | $73,507 | $194,000 |
| 27568 | Pine Level | Johnston County | NC | 1,563 | $72,639 | $233,100 |
| 27555 | Micro | Johnston County | NC | 788 | $51,094 | $212,500 |
| 27593 | Wilson's Mills | Johnston County | NC | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Johnston County?
Johnston County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 182,287 across 11 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Johnston County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Johnston County, North Carolina is about $71,175, about 7% above the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 5% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $230,000. Among ZIPs with data, 27527 (Archer Lodge) is near the top ($111,011) and 27555 (Micro) is near the bottom ($51,094).
How many ZIP codes are in Johnston County?
Johnston County, North Carolina includes 11 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Johnston County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Johnston County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.