28640 ZIP Code – Jefferson, North Carolina
28640 is a mid-sized ZIP code in Jefferson, North Carolina, part of Ashe County with a population of approximately 5,074 residents. The median household income of $48,417 is below the North Carolina average and below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $212,800, below the national average, with 72.2% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $671 is below the national average. Housing consists of 77% single-family (increasing), 14% apartments (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 4.9%, which is near the U.S. rate. The poverty rate is 16.5%, above the national average. About 17.9% of residents have completed a four-year degree, below the national rate. Residents have a median age of 53.3, above the U.S. median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 28694, 28629, 28617.
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ZIP 28640 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 28640 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,074 | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $48k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $212k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $671 | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 53.3 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 17.9% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 28694 – West Jefferson
- 28629 – Glendale Springs
- 28617 – Crumpler
- 28672 – Scottville
- 28644 – Laurel Springs
- 28693 – Warrensville
- 28626 – Fleetwood
- 28631 – Grassy Creek
- 28663 – Piney Creek
- 28643 – Lansing
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28694 | WEST JEFFERSON | 6,809 | $49,154 |
| 28629 | GLENDALE SPRINGS | Not provided | Not provided |
| 28617 | CRUMPLER | 1,938 | $38,750 |
| 28672 | SCOTTVILLE | 186 | Not provided |
| 28644 | LAUREL SPRINGS | 1,134 | $31,500 |