Zip Code 27542 — Kenly, NC
27542 is a ZIP Code associated with Kenly, NC, located within Johnston. The postal region supports an estimated population of 9,850 residents across Data Pending housing units, with a population density of 42.2 people per square mile.
WorldPlaceData database updated: October 2026
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| Data Metric | Local Statistic |
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| Postal / Zip Code | 27542 |
| Primary City | Kenly |
| State / Province | NC |
| County | Johnston |
| Total Population | 9,850 |
| Median Household Income | Data Pending |
| Total Housing Units | Data Pending |
| Population Density | 42.2 people/sq mi |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
How 27542 Compares
| Metric | ZIP 27542 | Johnston County | NC State Average |
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| Population | 9,850 | 189,124 | 10,730,463 |
| Median Income | Data Pending | N/A | N/A |
| Population Density | 42.2 /sq mi | -- | -- |
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