Best ZIP Codes for Real Estate
in Raleigh–Cary, NC
Ranked by AreaOps targeting score — a 0–100 measure of demographic fit for Real Estate demand using 2024 ACS 5-Year. Owner occupancy, home age, income, and home value are the primary scoring signals.
ZIP Code Rankings
| 27596 | Youngsville | 95/High | 22,232 | 86% | $96K |
| 27540 | Holly Springs | 95/High | 47,771 | 81% | $129K |
| 27502 | Apex | 94/High | 48,530 | 82% | $144K |
| 27526 | Fuquay Varina | 94/High | 61,588 | 81% | $110K |
| 27587 | Wake Forest | 94/High | 82,886 | 81% | $134K |
| 27523 | Apex | 94/High | 20,269 | 72% | $136K |
| 27519 | Cary | 93/High | 69,836 | 69% | $166K |
| 27571 | Rolesville | 92/High | 9,095 | 91% | $131K |
| 27591 | Wendell | 92/High | 29,838 | 80% | $85K |
| 27615 | Raleigh | 91/High | 46,019 | 72% | $113K |
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Sorted by Real Estate targeting score (highest first) · public sample · 2024 ACS 5-Year
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a ZIP code "best" for Real Estate in Raleigh–Cary?▾
The ranking is based on AreaOps's targeting score (0–100), which weights Census ACS signals specifically for Real Estate demand. Identifies the highest-opportunity ZIP codes for real estate professionals based on home value, owner-occupied housing stock, and market depth.
Should I target all top-ranked ZIPs?▾
The ranking shows demographic fit — not guaranteed revenue. Factor in your current coverage, drive time from your service hubs, and competition before committing to new ZIPs. A high score in ZIP you can't efficiently service still has real cost.
How do I import these ZIPs into my service area?▾
Copy the ZIP codes you want, then paste them into AreaOps's Quick Add tool or bulk-import via CSV. You can also use the targeting workbench to filter by score threshold and apply the results directly to your service area.
How often is this ranking updated?▾
Rankings are refreshed monthly from 2024 ACS 5-Year data. Scores change when a new ACS vintage is released, typically in December for the prior year's data.
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