ZIP Code 28606 — Boomer, NC

Wilkes | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28606 in Boomer, NC has a population of 2,187 with a median household income of $56,600 and a median home value of $95,900 . The cost of living index is 60.6 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
2,187
Median Age
52.30
Male
1,122
Female
1,065

Race & Ethnicity

White
92.0%
Black
0.4%
Hispanic
0.1%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.3%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
7.3%
Other
0.0%

Income

Median Household
$56,600
Mean Household
$59,521
Per Capita
$24,731
Below Poverty
10.0%

Housing

Median Home Value
$95,900
Median Rent
N/A
Total Units
1,032
Occupied
844
Owner Occupied
82.7%
Renter Occupied
17.3%
Median Year Built
1979
Vacant
188

Education

High School or Higher 84.6%
Bachelor's or Higher 8.6%
Graduate Degree 2.1%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
818
Unemployment
2.3%
Drive Alone
68.7%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
26.9%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

60.6
National average = 100. Below average by 39.5%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28606?

ZIP code 28606 (Boomer, NC) has a total population of 2,187 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28606?

The median household income in ZIP code 28606 is $56,600 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28606 in?

ZIP code 28606 is primarily located in Boomer, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28606?

The median home value in ZIP code 28606 is $95,900, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28606?

The median age in ZIP code 28606 is 52.30 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.