ZIP Code 28697 — Wilkesboro, NC

Wilkes | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28697 in Wilkesboro, NC has a population of 13,412 with a median household income of $52,988 and a median home value of $218,500 . The cost of living index is 72.4 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
13,412
Median Age
43.40
Male
6,276
Female
7,136

Race & Ethnicity

White
81.0%
Black
7.8%
Hispanic
10.7%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.1%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
6.1%
Other
4.9%

Income

Median Household
$52,988
Mean Household
$70,239
Per Capita
$29,097
Below Poverty
14.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$218,500
Median Rent
$768
Total Units
6,158
Occupied
5,471
Owner Occupied
66.7%
Renter Occupied
33.3%
Median Year Built
1980
Vacant
687

Education

High School or Higher 87.7%
Bachelor's or Higher 23.9%
Graduate Degree 9.6%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
6,084
Unemployment
3.9%
Drive Alone
83.8%
Public Transit
0.7%
Work from Home
5.5%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

72.4
National average = 100. Below average by 27.6%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28697?

ZIP code 28697 (Wilkesboro, NC) has a total population of 13,412 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28697?

The median household income in ZIP code 28697 is $52,988 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28697 in?

ZIP code 28697 is primarily located in Wilkesboro, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28697?

The median home value in ZIP code 28697 is $218,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28697?

The median age in ZIP code 28697 is 43.40 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.