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28438

North Carolina · 1,582 residents · 45.093 sq mi
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ZIP 28438 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $59,199. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $160,800. Among the 14 ZIP codes in Columbus County, 28438 ranks 6th by median household income.

$59,199
US average: $82,259
$160,800
US average: $376,019
5.6%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
16.9%
Age 65+
26.5%
39.1%
60.9%
2.78 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic71.6%(1,133)
Black26.5%(419)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other1.9%(30)
Diversity Score52.1%(824)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Columbus County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST6TH OF 14HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
28423$52,250
28424$48,875
28430$68,356
28431$40,888
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 28438?

ZIP code 28438 has about 1,582 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28438?

The typical household in ZIP code 28438 earns about $59,199 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 28438 expensive?

In ZIP code 28438, the median home is worth about $160,800, and the typical rent is about $704 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 28438?

About 5.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 28438 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 28438?

About 13.9% of people in ZIP code 28438 live below the federal poverty line.

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