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28409

North Carolina · 36,163 residents · 22.405 sq mi
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ZIP 28409 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $111,048. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $422,600. Poverty is rare here, at 4.3% of residents. Households here earn about 48% more than the New Hanover County median. Among the 10 ZIP codes in New Hanover County, 28409 ranks 2nd by median household income.

$111,048
US average: $82,259
$422,600
US average: $376,019
50.9%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
22.9%
Age 65+
19.9%
48.8%
51.2%
2.48 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic84.2%(30,442)
Black3.7%(1,343)
Hispanic / Latino6.3%(2,269)
Asian1.1%(414)
Other4.7%(1,695)
Diversity Score35.5%(12,826)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within New Hanover County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST2ND OF 10HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
28401$57,968
28403$54,547
28405$70,274
28411$97,387
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 28409?

ZIP code 28409 has about 36,163 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28409?

The typical household in ZIP code 28409 earns about $111,048 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 28409 expensive?

In ZIP code 28409, the median home is worth about $422,600, and the typical rent is about $1,405 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 28409?

About 50.9% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 28409 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 28409?

About 4.3% of people in ZIP code 28409 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024