The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 27530 sells for about $265,000, or $130 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.2%), a market in balance. Homes take about 59 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $835 a month.
ZIP 27530
The housing market in 27530 remains stable with moderate price growth and a balanced inventory level. Demand is supported by local employment anchors, though rising interest rates and affordability constraints continue to influence buyer activity.
This ZIP is well-suited for military families, local workforce commuters, and budget-conscious buyers seeking affordable single-family housing options.
Median prices moved up 0.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 59 days on market with 5.6 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
24% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.7% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.1% · poverty 19.2% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 27530, Wayne County NC
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Goldsboro area are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools in the area are primarily served by Wayne County Public Schools, which maintain a mix of ratings; local performance varies significantly by specific school site.
The area faces moderate risk from tropical storms and hurricanes due to its inland coastal plain location, necessitating standard flood and wind insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is driven by the presence of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and a growing manufacturing and logistics sector in the surrounding Wayne County region.
Property taxes are assessed by Wayne County and the City of Goldsboro, with rates determined by the combined municipal and county millage applied to the assessed value.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with major access provided by US-70 and I-795 connecting residents to regional employment hubs in the Research Triangle.
The area features local parks such as Herman Park and proximity to the Neuse River, alongside various shopping centers and dining options along the Berkeley Boulevard corridor.
The rental market shows steady demand driven by military personnel and local workforce needs, with moderate vacancy pressure and rising asking rents.
The economy is anchored by Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, healthcare services, and agricultural processing industries.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with US-70 serving as the primary arterial highway for regional connectivity.
Ongoing development focuses on downtown infrastructure improvements and expansion of commercial corridors along major highways.
The Wayne County Tax Office conducts periodic revaluations to ensure assessments align with current market values.
Parcels are subject to Wayne County and City of Goldsboro tax levies, with additional fire and utility district assessments in unincorporated areas.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood risk and hurricane exposure, requiring careful assessment of coverage needs.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Chuck E. Cheese4.27.8 mi
- Downtown Escapes4.95.3 mi
- Play Dates Academy4.97.9 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.215.6 mi
- Southern National Motorsports Park4.615.4 mi
- Lane Tree Golf Club and Conference Center4.55.6 mi
- The Farm at 954.713.5 mi
- Live at The Rudy Theatre4.814.9 mi
- Premiere Theatre 124.36.5 mi
- Hinnant Farms Vineyard & Winery4.612.4 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.27.8 mi
- Herman Park4.56.1 mi
- Howell Woods Environmental Learning Center4.812.3 mi
- Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site4.714.5 mi
- Ava Gardner Museum4.816.7 mi
- Old Waynesborough Park4.34.3 mi
- Tobacco Farm Life Museum4.614.7 mi
- Wayne County Museum4.55.4 mi
- Busco Beach and ATV Park4.63.6 mi
- Herman Park4.56.1 mi
- Howell Woods Environmental Learning Center4.812.3 mi
- Old Waynesborough Park4.34.3 mi
- Stoney Creek Park4.37.2 mi
- Lane Tree Golf Club and Conference Center4.55.6 mi
- Cardinal Country Club4.311.1 mi
- Goldsboro Golf Course4.35.7 mi
- Berkeley Mall3.98.2 mi
- Harris Teeter4.57 mi
- Tropicana Supermarket4.34.8 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.28.8 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.48.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A historic community park featuring a train, playground, and gardens.
The primary regional shopping destination for the Goldsboro area.
Provides recreational opportunities including fishing and boating access.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).