ZIP Code 28401 — Cape fear, NC

New Hanover | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28401 in Cape fear, NC has a population of 22,007 with a median household income of $57,968 and a median home value of $298,500 . The cost of living index is 106.4 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
22,007
Median Age
41.70
Male
10,217
Female
11,790

Race & Ethnicity

White
53.6%
Black
30.5%
Hispanic
9.4%
Asian
0.5%
Native American
0.4%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
9.9%
Other
5.2%

Income

Median Household
$57,968
Mean Household
$76,158
Per Capita
$39,108
Below Poverty
18.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$298,500
Median Rent
$1,274
Total Units
13,424
Occupied
11,085
Owner Occupied
41.2%
Renter Occupied
58.9%
Median Year Built
1958
Vacant
2,339

Education

High School or Higher 89.1%
Bachelor's or Higher 33.3%
Graduate Degree 13.4%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
12,759
Unemployment
5.2%
Drive Alone
62.8%
Public Transit
0.8%
Work from Home
21.1%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

106.4
National average = 100. Above average by 6.4%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

28412
Wilmington
3.2 mi
28403
Wilmington
5.1 mi
28409
Wilmington
5.6 mi
28479
Winnabow
5.8 mi
28480
Wrightsville bea
6.5 mi
28405
Ogden
6.9 mi
28451
Leland
9.3 mi
28428
Carolina beach
9.5 mi
28465
Oak island
11.1 mi
28429
Castle hayne
12.1 mi
28449
Kure beach
12.4 mi
28411
Zcta 28411
13.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28401?

ZIP code 28401 (Cape fear, NC) has a total population of 22,007 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28401?

The median household income in ZIP code 28401 is $57,968 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28401 in?

ZIP code 28401 is primarily located in Cape fear, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28401?

The median home value in ZIP code 28401 is $298,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28401?

The median age in ZIP code 28401 is 41.70 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.