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28740

North Carolina · 2,158 residents · 88.2 sq mi
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ZIP 28740 is home to 2,158 people in Yancey County. At a median age of 53.5, this is an older place than the country as a whole. 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree, below the 36% national rate. 1% of people in this ZIP code were born outside the United States. There are 24 people per square mile. Owners hold 75% of the housing stock.

$48,214
US average: $82,259
$36,138
US average: $44,673
$213,000
US average: $376,019
18.6%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
88.2 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Under 18
15.8%
Age 65+
32.9%
42.0%
58.0%
2.07 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic90.7%(1,958)
Black0.1%(2)
Hispanic / Latino6.6%(142)
Asian0%(0)
Other2.6%(56)
21
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
4.4
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Within Yancey County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST2ND OF 2HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
28714$58,998
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 28740?

ZIP code 28740 has about 2,158 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28740?

The typical household in ZIP code 28740 earns about $48,214 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 28740 expensive?

In ZIP code 28740, the median home is worth about $213,000, and the typical rent is about $972 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 28740?

About 18.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 28740 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 28740?

About 16.7% of people in ZIP code 28740 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Yancey County
Other ZIP codes in Yancey County
ZIP 28714ZIP 28755

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