Population: 19,467 · Density: 213.8/mi² · Median household income: $64,320
Typical home value: $190,399 · Homeownership: 76.1%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The WILSON, NC real estate market (27896) currently shows 100 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 19 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 80 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 6.2% year-over-year, from $319,950 to $300,000.
Whether you are buying or selling in WILSON, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27896 | Wilson, NC 27896 | 0.0 mi | 100 | $33,363,700 | $300,000 | $333,637 |
| 27880 | Sims, NC 27880 | 7.5 mi | 27 | $10,255,599 | $375,336 | $379,837 |
| 27893 | Wilson, NC 27893 | 7.9 mi | 124 | $32,011,840 | $237,500 | $258,160 |
| 27803 | Rocky Mount, NC 27803 | 9.8 mi | 84 | $22,911,504 | $238,450 | $272,756 |
| 27813 | Black Creek, NC 27813 | 11.4 mi | 3 | $566,100 | $188,700 | $188,700 |
| 27882 | Spring Hope, NC 27882 | 13.1 mi | 68 | $30,514,252 | $459,900 | $448,739 |
| 27856 | Nashville, NC 27856 | 15.0 mi | 65 | $21,840,520 | $339,000 | $336,008 |
| 27804 | Rocky Mount, NC 27804 | 15.3 mi | 132 | $41,964,780 | $294,900 | $317,915 |
| 27830 | Fremont, NC 27830 | 16.5 mi | 41 | $11,435,925 | $264,900 | $278,925 |
| 27864 | Pinetops, NC 27864 | 18.3 mi | 6 | $1,400,988 | $226,996 | $233,498 |
| 27852 | Macclesfield, NC 27852 | 19.2 mi | 7 | $3,905,853 | $260,000 | $557,979 |
| 27888 | Walstonburg, NC 27888 | 20.4 mi | 1 | $199,000 | $199,000 | $199,000 |
| 27863 | Pikeville, NC 27863 | 21.1 mi | 80 | $25,813,760 | $314,900 | $322,672 |
As of January 2026, there are 100 active listings in WILSON, NC (zip code 27896), compared to 119 the prior year.
The median listing price in WILSON, NC 27896 is $300,000 as of January 2026, a 6.2% decrease from $319,950 the prior year.
Homes in WILSON, NC 27896 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 80 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WILSON, NC 27896 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 19 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 80 days last year.
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