28669 ZIP Code – Roaring River, North Carolina
28669 is a small ZIP code in Roaring River, North Carolina, part of Wilkes County with a population of approximately 2,662 residents. The median household income of $50,521 is below the North Carolina average and below the national average. Median home values of $131,100 are well below the national average, with 86.3% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $696, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 58% single-family (decreasing).
At 2.7%, the unemployment rate is well below the national figure. The poverty rate of 18.6% is above the U.S. average. About 11.1% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well below the national rate. At 48.5, the median age is near the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 28670, 28659, 28685.
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ZIP 28669 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 28669 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,662 | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $50k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $131k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $696 | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 48.5 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 11.1% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 28670 – Ronda
- 28659 – North Wilkesboro
- 28685 – Traphill
- 28642 – Jonesville
- 28676 – State Road
- 28635 – Hays
- 28621 – Elkin
- 28697 – Wilkesboro
- 28683 – Thurmond
- 28668 – Roaring Gap
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28670 | RONDA | 2,451 | $48,641 |
| 28659 | NORTH WILKESBORO | 21,460 | $50,351 |
| 28685 | TRAPHILL | 2,038 | $40,313 |
| 28642 | JONESVILLE | 5,380 | $46,012 |
| 28676 | STATE ROAD | 3,059 | $51,844 |