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28640

North Carolina · 4,820 residents · 37.059 sq mi
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ZIP 28640 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $53,155. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $282,900. With a median age of 51.7, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 9 ZIP codes in Ashe County, 28640 ranks 7th by median household income.

$53,155
US average: $82,259
$282,900
US average: $376,019
22.0%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
16.6%
Age 65+
32.1%
50.2%
49.8%
2.21 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic89.9%(4,332)
Black3.2%(154)
Hispanic / Latino5.8%(278)
Asian0%(0)
Other1.2%(56)
Diversity Score23.5%(1,131)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Ashe County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST7TH OF 9HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
28615$51,653
28617$62,204
28626$73,675
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 28640?

ZIP code 28640 has about 4,820 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28640?

The typical household in ZIP code 28640 earns about $53,155 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 28640 expensive?

In ZIP code 28640, the median home is worth about $282,900, and the typical rent is about $797 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 28640?

About 22.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 28640 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 28640?

About 14.8% of people in ZIP code 28640 live below the federal poverty line.

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