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28801

North Carolina · 14,691 residents · 5.108 sq mi
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ZIP 28801 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $58,438. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $548,100. The poverty rate of 27.3% is well above the national figure. Despite a median home value of $548,100, the poverty rate sits 119% above the US average — a pattern often seen in resort and college towns. Among the 14 ZIP codes in Buncombe County, 28801 ranks 14th by median household income.

$58,438
US average: $82,259
$548,100
US average: $376,019
54.4%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
11.5%
Age 65+
18.4%
46.1%
53.9%
2.23 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic74.5%(10,939)
Black15.9%(2,338)
Hispanic / Latino2.2%(320)
Asian0.5%(70)
Other7%(1,024)
Diversity Score51.9%(7,619)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Buncombe County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST14TH OF 14HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
28701$108,125
28704$81,096
28711$74,761
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 28801?

ZIP code 28801 has about 14,691 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28801?

The typical household in ZIP code 28801 earns about $58,438 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 28801 expensive?

In ZIP code 28801, the median home is worth about $548,100, and the typical rent is about $1,232 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 28801?

About 54.4% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 28801 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 28801?

About 27.3% of people in ZIP code 28801 live below the federal poverty line.

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