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28542

North Carolina · 3,508 residents · 1.592 sq mi
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ZIP 28542 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $125,491. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. At a median age of 20.8, residents skew younger than the country as a whole. Poverty is rare here, at 0.0% of residents. Households here earn about 84% more than the Onslow County median. Among the 13 ZIP codes in Onslow County, 28542 ranks 1st by median household income.

$125,491
US average: $82,259
43.3%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
3.6%
Age 65+
0.0%
91.7%
8.3%
3.82 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic55.3%(1,941)
Black10.1%(353)
Hispanic / Latino24%(843)
Asian3%(104)
Other7.6%(267)
Diversity Score77.4%(2,716)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Onslow County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST1ST OF 13HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
28445$84,016
28454$73,015
28460$88,908
28539$66,976
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 28542?

ZIP code 28542 has about 3,508 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28542?

The typical household in ZIP code 28542 earns about $125,491 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 28542 expensive?

In ZIP code 28542, the typical rent is about $1,451 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 28542?

About 43.3% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 28542 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 28542?

About 0.0% of people in ZIP code 28542 live below the federal poverty line.

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