ZIP Code 28694 — West jefferson, NC

Ashe | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28694 in West jefferson, NC has a population of 7,626 with a median household income of $58,486 and a median home value of $273,200 . The cost of living index is 85.8 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
7,626
Median Age
50.60
Male
3,461
Female
4,165

Race & Ethnicity

White
88.2%
Black
1.0%
Hispanic
9.6%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.9%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
6.9%
Other
2.7%

Income

Median Household
$58,486
Mean Household
$74,681
Per Capita
$36,615
Below Poverty
9.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$273,200
Median Rent
$818
Total Units
4,847
Occupied
3,678
Owner Occupied
80.0%
Renter Occupied
20.0%
Median Year Built
1979
Vacant
1,169

Education

High School or Higher 91.2%
Bachelor's or Higher 25.0%
Graduate Degree 8.8%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
3,734
Unemployment
7.8%
Drive Alone
81.5%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
9.6%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

85.8
National average = 100. Below average by 14.2%.

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28640
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4.9 mi
28684
Todd
5.4 mi
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Glendale springs
6.2 mi
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Warrensville
8.2 mi
28615
Creston
9.6 mi
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Lansing
10.6 mi
28617
Crumpler
10.8 mi
28618
Deep gap
11.0 mi
28644
Laurel springs
11.1 mi
28631
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28694?

ZIP code 28694 (West jefferson, NC) has a total population of 7,626 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28694?

The median household income in ZIP code 28694 is $58,486 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28694 in?

ZIP code 28694 is primarily located in West jefferson, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28694?

The median home value in ZIP code 28694 is $273,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28694?

The median age in ZIP code 28694 is 50.60 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.