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ZIP code 27256: Gulf, NC

27256 is a ZIP code in Gulf, North Carolina, mainly in Chatham County, part of the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area. About 64 people live here.

Population
64
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ZIP code 27256 details

CityGulf
StateNorth Carolina
CountyChatham County
Metro areaDurham-Chapel Hill, NC
Time zoneEastern Time (UTC−5), observes daylight saving time
TypeStandard (delivery area)
Land area1.1 sq mi, plus 0 sq mi of water
Population density58 people per sq mi
Bachelor's degree or higher0% of adults 25+
Center coordinates35.56048, -79.27462

ZIP codes near 27256

ZIP codeCityDistancePopulation
27252Goldston, NC4.5 mi1,425
27330Sanford, NC6.0 mi39,778
27207Bear Creek, NC7.3 mi4,367
27331Sanford, NC7.7 mi—
27237Cumnock, NC8.9 mi—
27213Bonlee, NC9.7 mi60
27559Moncure, NC10.7 mi2,312
28355Lemon Springs, NC12.6 mi0

Population and median household income: ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Typical home value: Zillow Home Value Index (September 2026) where available, otherwise the ACS median owner-reported value. "PO Box" marks ZIP codes with no delivery area of their own. Methodology

About ZIP code 27256

What city is ZIP code 27256?

ZIP code 27256 is in Gulf, NC, in Chatham County.

What county is ZIP code 27256 in?

27256 is mainly in Chatham County, North Carolina.

What is the population of ZIP code 27256?

About 64 people live in ZIP code 27256, according to the American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.

What time zone is ZIP code 27256 in?

27256 is in Eastern Time (UTC−5). It observes daylight saving time.