ZIP Code 28604 — Banner elk, NC

Avery | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28604 in Banner elk, NC has a population of 7,869 with a median household income of $76,319 and a median home value of $383,800 . The cost of living index is 115.3 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
7,869
Median Age
45.20
Male
3,870
Female
3,999

Race & Ethnicity

White
87.9%
Black
1.5%
Hispanic
4.6%
Asian
1.0%
Native American
0.9%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
7.3%
Other
1.4%

Income

Median Household
$76,319
Mean Household
$109,394
Per Capita
$46,313
Below Poverty
7.7%

Housing

Median Home Value
$383,800
Median Rent
$991
Total Units
9,696
Occupied
3,236
Owner Occupied
81.8%
Renter Occupied
18.2%
Median Year Built
1988
Vacant
6,460

Education

High School or Higher 92.4%
Bachelor's or Higher 46.9%
Graduate Degree 17.7%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
3,683
Unemployment
5.3%
Drive Alone
69.6%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
16.2%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

115.3
National average = 100. Above average by 15.3%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28604?

ZIP code 28604 (Banner elk, NC) has a total population of 7,869 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28604?

The median household income in ZIP code 28604 is $76,319 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28604 in?

ZIP code 28604 is primarily located in Banner elk, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28604?

The median home value in ZIP code 28604 is $383,800, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28604?

The median age in ZIP code 28604 is 45.20 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.