28657 ZIP Code – Newland, North Carolina
28657 is a mid-sized ZIP code in Newland, North Carolina, part of Avery County with a population of approximately 8,201 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $50,216, which is below the North Carolina average and below the national figure. Median home values of $198,500 are below the national average, with 85.4% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $718 is below the national average. Housing consists of 82% single-family (increasing).
At 4.3%, the unemployment rate is near the national figure. An estimated 8.4% of the population falls below the poverty line, below the national figure. About 24.8% of residents have completed a four-year degree, near the national rate. Residents have a median age of 51.4, above the U.S. median. Nearby ZIP codes include 28616, 28662, 28653.
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ZIP 28657 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 28657 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,201 | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $50k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $198k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $718 | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 51.4 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.8% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 28616 – Crossnore
- 28662 – Pineola
- 28653 – Montezuma
- 28664 – Plumtree
- 28641 – Jonas Ridge
- 28652 – Minneapolis
- 28646 – Linville
- 28777 – Spruce Pine
- 28611 – Collettsville
- 28604 – Banner Elk
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28616 | CROSSNORE | 139 | $106,000 |
| 28662 | PINEOLA | Not provided | Not provided |
| 28653 | MONTEZUMA | 25 | Not provided |
| 28664 | PLUMTREE | 167 | $63,051 |
| 28641 | JONAS RIDGE | 56 | Not provided |