ZIP Code 28139 — Rutherfordton, NC

Rutherford | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28139 in Rutherfordton, NC has a population of 20,008 with a median household income of $56,558 and a median home value of $240,200 . The cost of living index is 78.7 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
20,008
Median Age
47.60
Male
9,577
Female
10,431

Race & Ethnicity

White
84.0%
Black
5.8%
Hispanic
6.7%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.3%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
7.8%
Other
1.9%

Income

Median Household
$56,558
Mean Household
$78,249
Per Capita
$33,008
Below Poverty
15.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$240,200
Median Rent
$818
Total Units
9,103
Occupied
8,124
Owner Occupied
78.6%
Renter Occupied
21.4%
Median Year Built
1990
Vacant
979

Education

High School or Higher 87.8%
Bachelor's or Higher 25.0%
Graduate Degree 9.4%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
8,496
Unemployment
4.5%
Drive Alone
77.7%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
7.4%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

78.7
National average = 100. Below average by 21.3%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28139?

ZIP code 28139 (Rutherfordton, NC) has a total population of 20,008 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28139?

The median household income in ZIP code 28139 is $56,558 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28139 in?

ZIP code 28139 is primarily located in Rutherfordton, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28139?

The median home value in ZIP code 28139 is $240,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28139?

The median age in ZIP code 28139 is 47.60 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.