27981 — Wanchese, NC Home Values
Typical home value $366,623 as of June 2026 · 12th of 14 in Kill Devil Hills, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 27981, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 27981 compares in the Kill Devil Hills, NC area
ZIP code 27981 (Wanchese, NC) has a typical home value of $366,623 as of June 2026, ranking 12th of 14 ZIP codes tracked in the Kill Devil Hills, NC area, more expensive than about 21% 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 +31.7%, from $278,387 in June 2021 to $366,623 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Kill Devil Hills, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Kill Devil Hills.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 27981 has a population of 1,802, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 93.2% White, 5.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.6% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manteo Elementary School | 701 N Hwy 64/264, Manteo, NC | 4.5 mi |
| Manteo High School | 829 Wingina Avenue, Manteo, NC | 4.8 mi |
| Manteo Middle School | 1000 N Hwy 64, Manteo, NC | 5.3 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 27981?
$366,623 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 27981 an expensive ZIP code in the Kill Devil Hills, NC area?
27981 ranks 12th of 14 ZIP codes in the Kill Devil Hills, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 21% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 27981 changed over the past year?
+0.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 27981?
1,802, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 27981?
Manteo Elementary School (4.5 mi), Manteo High School (4.8 mi), Manteo Middle School (5.3 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 27981?
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 Kill Devil Hills, 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.