ZIP Code 28748 — Leicester, NC

Buncombe | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28748 in Leicester, NC has a population of 12,230 with a median household income of $59,013 and a median home value of $308,500 . The cost of living index is 105.7 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
12,230
Median Age
38.60
Male
6,031
Female
6,199

Race & Ethnicity

White
83.7%
Black
3.2%
Hispanic
6.3%
Asian
0.5%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
12.4%
Other
0.2%

Income

Median Household
$59,013
Mean Household
$80,597
Per Capita
$30,535
Below Poverty
13.1%

Housing

Median Home Value
$308,500
Median Rent
$1,187
Total Units
4,858
Occupied
4,094
Owner Occupied
78.7%
Renter Occupied
21.4%
Median Year Built
1997
Vacant
764

Education

High School or Higher 88.0%
Bachelor's or Higher 22.8%
Graduate Degree 8.5%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
5,451
Unemployment
4.1%
Drive Alone
77.4%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
12.1%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

105.7
National average = 100. Above average by 5.7%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28748?

ZIP code 28748 (Leicester, NC) has a total population of 12,230 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28748?

The median household income in ZIP code 28748 is $59,013 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28748 in?

ZIP code 28748 is primarily located in Leicester, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28748?

The median home value in ZIP code 28748 is $308,500, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28748?

The median age in ZIP code 28748 is 38.60 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.