ZIP Code 28665 — Purlear, NC

Wilkes | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28665 in Purlear, NC has a population of 2,483 with a median household income of $45,685 and a median home value of $167,400 . The cost of living index is 58.7 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
2,483
Median Age
49.10
Male
1,291
Female
1,192

Race & Ethnicity

White
98.0%
Black
0.9%
Hispanic
4.0%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.3%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
0.7%
Other
0.2%

Income

Median Household
$45,685
Mean Household
$56,087
Per Capita
$23,355
Below Poverty
22.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$167,400
Median Rent
$684
Total Units
1,376
Occupied
998
Owner Occupied
82.4%
Renter Occupied
17.6%
Median Year Built
1987
Vacant
378

Education

High School or Higher 72.4%
Bachelor's or Higher 11.7%
Graduate Degree 1.8%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
1,064
Unemployment
13.5%
Drive Alone
78.8%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
15.7%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

58.7
National average = 100. Below average by 41.3%.

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Hays
6.8 mi
28606
Boomer
7.6 mi
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Moravian falls
8.5 mi
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10.1 mi
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Traphill
11.1 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28665?

ZIP code 28665 (Purlear, NC) has a total population of 2,483 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28665?

The median household income in ZIP code 28665 is $45,685 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28665 in?

ZIP code 28665 is primarily located in Purlear, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28665?

The median home value in ZIP code 28665 is $167,400, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28665?

The median age in ZIP code 28665 is 49.10 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.