ZIP Code 28602 — Hickory, NC

Catawba | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28602 in Hickory, NC has a population of 31,113 with a median household income of $62,048 and a median home value of $212,900 . The cost of living index is 75.5 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
31,113
Median Age
40.10
Male
15,387
Female
15,726

Race & Ethnicity

White
68.6%
Black
13.8%
Hispanic
11.6%
Asian
5.3%
Native American
0.2%
Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or More
8.5%
Other
3.7%

Income

Median Household
$62,048
Mean Household
$80,855
Per Capita
$32,255
Below Poverty
16.8%

Housing

Median Home Value
$212,900
Median Rent
$896
Total Units
13,371
Occupied
12,005
Owner Occupied
62.9%
Renter Occupied
37.1%
Median Year Built
1982
Vacant
1,366

Education

High School or Higher 87.5%
Bachelor's or Higher 20.3%
Graduate Degree 5.8%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
15,788
Unemployment
3.3%
Drive Alone
76.8%
Public Transit
0.2%
Work from Home
7.9%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

75.5
National average = 100. Below average by 24.5%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

28658
Newton
5.8 mi
28613
Conover
6.4 mi
28601
Hickory
7.0 mi
28650
Maiden
7.8 mi
28610
Claremont
9.3 mi
28667
Rhodhiss
12.1 mi
28609
Catawba
12.7 mi
28168
Vale
12.8 mi
28092
Boger city
13.1 mi
28666
Icard
13.5 mi
28637
Hildebran
13.6 mi
28612
Connellys spring
15.2 mi

Other ZIP Codes in Hickory

28601
Pop: 53,329

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28602?

ZIP code 28602 (Hickory, NC) has a total population of 31,113 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28602?

The median household income in ZIP code 28602 is $62,048 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28602 in?

ZIP code 28602 is primarily located in Hickory, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28602?

The median home value in ZIP code 28602 is $212,900, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28602?

The median age in ZIP code 28602 is 40.10 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.