ZIP Code 28659 — North wilkesboro, NC

Wilkes | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28659 in North wilkesboro, NC has a population of 21,422 with a median household income of $50,280 and a median home value of $159,300 . The cost of living index is 57.7 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
21,422
Median Age
42.80
Male
10,771
Female
10,651

Race & Ethnicity

White
83.2%
Black
3.4%
Hispanic
11.3%
Asian
0.7%
Native American
0.1%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
9.2%
Other
3.4%

Income

Median Household
$50,280
Mean Household
$63,335
Per Capita
$26,821
Below Poverty
19.2%

Housing

Median Home Value
$159,300
Median Rent
$708
Total Units
9,922
Occupied
8,869
Owner Occupied
68.0%
Renter Occupied
32.0%
Median Year Built
1976
Vacant
1,053

Education

High School or Higher 77.3%
Bachelor's or Higher 17.7%
Graduate Degree 6.5%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
9,557
Unemployment
6.1%
Drive Alone
77.2%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work from Home
8.7%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

57.7
National average = 100. Below average by 42.3%.

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28635
Hays
7.4 mi
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Ronda
7.7 mi
28685
Traphill
8.7 mi
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Millers creek
9.1 mi
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Moravian falls
9.3 mi
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10.4 mi
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Boomer
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Roaring gap
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28659?

ZIP code 28659 (North wilkesboro, NC) has a total population of 21,422 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28659?

The median household income in ZIP code 28659 is $50,280 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28659 in?

ZIP code 28659 is primarily located in North wilkesboro, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28659?

The median home value in ZIP code 28659 is $159,300, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28659?

The median age in ZIP code 28659 is 42.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.