ZIP Code 28403 — Wilmington, NC

New Hanover | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28403 in Wilmington, NC has a population of 40,319 with a median household income of $54,547 and a median home value of $386,700 . The cost of living index is 128.9 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
40,319
Median Age
28.50
Male
18,069
Female
22,250

Race & Ethnicity

White
77.4%
Black
12.2%
Hispanic
8.0%
Asian
1.8%
Native American
0.2%
Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or More
6.2%
Other
2.1%

Income

Median Household
$54,547
Mean Household
$86,760
Per Capita
$41,022
Below Poverty
24.8%

Housing

Median Home Value
$386,700
Median Rent
$1,380
Total Units
20,479
Occupied
18,577
Owner Occupied
35.7%
Renter Occupied
64.3%
Median Year Built
1989
Vacant
1,902

Education

High School or Higher 94.0%
Bachelor's or Higher 48.1%
Graduate Degree 16.1%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
23,997
Unemployment
4.9%
Drive Alone
72.2%
Public Transit
0.5%
Work from Home
15.1%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

128.9
National average = 100. Above average by 28.9%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

28409
Wilmington
0.5 mi
28412
Wilmington
2.9 mi
28405
Ogden
3.7 mi
28401
Cape fear
5.1 mi
28480
Wrightsville bea
5.2 mi
28428
Carolina beach
7.4 mi
28479
Winnabow
10.7 mi
28449
Kure beach
10.9 mi
28411
Zcta 28411
11.9 mi
28429
Castle hayne
13.2 mi
28451
Leland
14.2 mi
28465
Oak island
15.1 mi

Other ZIP Codes in Wilmington

28412
Pop: 44,166
28409
Pop: 36,163

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28403?

ZIP code 28403 (Wilmington, NC) has a total population of 40,319 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28403?

The median household income in ZIP code 28403 is $54,547 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28403 in?

ZIP code 28403 is primarily located in Wilmington, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28403?

The median home value in ZIP code 28403 is $386,700, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28403?

The median age in ZIP code 28403 is 28.50 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.