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28480

North Carolina · 2,776 residents · 3.899 sq mi
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ZIP 28480 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $172,500. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $1,131,800. With a median age of 59.6, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Households here earn about 129% more than the New Hanover County median. Among the 10 ZIP codes in New Hanover County, 28480 ranks 1st by median household income.

$172,500
US average: $82,259
$1,131,800
US average: $376,019
73.8%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
12.2%
Age 65+
34.8%
55.6%
44.4%
2.02 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic96.5%(2,678)
Black0.5%(14)
Hispanic / Latino2.6%(71)
Asian0.3%(9)
Other0.1%(4)
Diversity Score8.6%(238)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
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Affordability & inequality
Within New Hanover County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST1ST OF 10HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
28401$57,968
28403$54,547
28405$70,274
28409$111,048
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 28480?

ZIP code 28480 has about 2,776 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28480?

The typical household in ZIP code 28480 earns about $172,500 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 28480 expensive?

In ZIP code 28480, the median home is worth about $1,131,800, and the typical rent is about $2,336 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 28480?

About 73.8% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 28480 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 28480?

About 3.8% of people in ZIP code 28480 live below the federal poverty line.

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