27896 — Wilson, NC Home Values
Typical home value $282,081 as of June 2026 · 2nd of 6 in Wilson, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 27896, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 27896 compares in the Wilson, NC area
ZIP code 27896 (Wilson, NC) has a typical home value of $282,081 as of June 2026, ranking 2nd of 6 ZIP codes tracked in the Wilson, NC area, more expensive than about 83% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -0.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +33.1%, from $211,903 in June 2021 to $282,081 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 13.7× the annual rent ($1,718/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Wilson, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Wilson.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 27896 has a population of 18,808, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 58.7% White, 27.9% Black or African American, 9% Hispanic or Latino, 2.2% Asian, 1.8% two or more races, and 0.5% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Hope Elementary | 4826 Packhouse Rd, Wilson, NC | 1.5 mi |
| Wilson Preparatory Academy | 2755 Tilghman Rd N, Wilson, NC | 3.5 mi |
| Forest Hills Middle | 1210 Forest Hills, Wilson, NC | 3.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 27896?
$282,081 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 27896 an expensive ZIP code in the Wilson, NC area?
27896 ranks 2nd of 6 ZIP codes in the Wilson, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 83% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 27896 changed over the past year?
-0.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 27896?
The typical home price is 13.7× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,718/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 27896?
18,808, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 27896?
New Hope Elementary (1.5 mi), Wilson Preparatory Academy (3.5 mi), Forest Hills Middle (3.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 27896?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Wilson, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.