28659 ZIP Code – North Wilkesboro, North Carolina
28659 is a large ZIP code in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, part of Wilkes County with a population of approximately 21,460 residents. The median household income of $50,351 is below the North Carolina average and below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $141,100, well below the national average, with 68.0% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $732, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 67% single-family (decreasing), 7% apartments (increasing), 8% duplex/multi-family.
At 7.0%, the unemployment rate is above the national figure. About 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, above the national rate. An estimated 17.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average. The median age is 42.0, near the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 28697, 28669, 28654.
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ZIP 28659 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 28659 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 21k | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $50k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $141k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $732 | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 42.0 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.0% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 18.5% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 17.5% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 28697 – Wilkesboro
- 28669 – Roaring River
- 28654 – Moravian Falls
- 28670 – Ronda
- 28689 – Union Grove
- 28635 – Hays
- 28685 – Traphill
- 28649 – Mc Grady
- 28651 – Millers Creek
- 28642 – Jonesville
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28697 | WILKESBORO | 13,751 | $47,340 |
| 28669 | ROARING RIVER | 2,662 | $50,521 |
| 28654 | MORAVIAN FALLS | 3,142 | $47,656 |
| 28670 | RONDA | 2,451 | $48,641 |
| 28689 | UNION GROVE | 2,487 | $69,853 |