28717 ZIP Code – Cashiers, North Carolina
28717 is a small ZIP code in Cashiers, North Carolina, part of Jackson County with a population of approximately 1,381 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $71,023, which is near the North Carolina average and near the national figure. The median home value of $349,600 is above the national average, with 72.3% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $1,298 is above the national average. Housing consists of 91% single-family (increasing).
About 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate. An estimated 39.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average. At 58.8, the median age is above the national figure. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 28774, 28741, 28736.
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ZIP 28717 vs. North Carolina vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 28717 | NC Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,381 | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $71k | $63k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $349k | $213k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,298 | $968 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 58.8 | 43.3 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.0% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 39.1% | 26.3% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 28774 – Sapphire
- 28741 – Highlands
- 28736 – Glenville
- 29686 – Tamassee
- 28747 – Lake Toxaway
- 29676 – Salem
- 28783 – Tuckasegee
- 28775 – Scaly Mountain
- 28723 – Cullowhee
- 30537 – Dillard
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28774 | SAPPHIRE | 1,274 | $113,798 |
| 28741 | HIGHLANDS | 4,209 | $65,606 |
| 28736 | GLENVILLE | 895 | $65,750 |
| 29686 | TAMASSEE | 863 | $83,125 |
| 28747 | LAKE TOXAWAY | 2,269 | $58,400 |