28646 ZIP Code – Linville, North Carolina
28646 is a small ZIP code in Linville, North Carolina, part of Avery County with a population of approximately 574 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $71,538, which is near the North Carolina average and near the national figure. At $387,900, median home values run above the national average, with 100.0% owner-occupied housing (increasing). Housing consists of 71% single-family (decreasing).
At 14.5%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. About 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate. Bachelor's degree attainment is 29.8%, near the national average. Residents have a median age of 58.9, above the U.S. median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 28653, 28662, 28604.
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ZIP 28646 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 28646 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 574 | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $71k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $387k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 58.9 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 14.5% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 0.2% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 29.8% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 28653 – Montezuma
- 28662 – Pineola
- 28604 – Banner Elk
- 28616 – Crossnore
- 28657 – Newland
- 28611 – Collettsville
- 28641 – Jonas Ridge
- 28652 – Minneapolis
- 28605 – Blowing Rock
- 28664 – Plumtree
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28653 | MONTEZUMA | 25 | Not provided |
| 28662 | PINEOLA | Not provided | Not provided |
| 28604 | BANNER ELK | 7,671 | $61,161 |
| 28616 | CROSSNORE | 139 | $106,000 |
| 28657 | NEWLAND | 8,201 | $50,216 |