ZIP Code 28906 — Unaka, NC

Cherokee | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 28906 in Unaka, NC has a population of 20,526 with a median household income of $55,759 and a median home value of $250,300 . The cost of living index is 80.2 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
20,526
Median Age
56.50
Male
10,234
Female
10,292

Race & Ethnicity

White
91.7%
Black
1.5%
Hispanic
3.5%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.5%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
5.6%
Other
0.5%

Income

Median Household
$55,759
Mean Household
$70,285
Per Capita
$32,506
Below Poverty
11.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$250,300
Median Rent
$797
Total Units
13,362
Occupied
9,195
Owner Occupied
84.2%
Renter Occupied
15.8%
Median Year Built
1996
Vacant
4,167

Education

High School or Higher 92.9%
Bachelor's or Higher 25.0%
Graduate Degree 8.5%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
8,142
Unemployment
3.9%
Drive Alone
78.5%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
11.7%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

80.2
National average = 100. Below average by 19.8%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 28906?

ZIP code 28906 (Unaka, NC) has a total population of 20,526 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 28906?

The median household income in ZIP code 28906 is $55,759 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 28906 in?

ZIP code 28906 is primarily located in Unaka, North Carolina (NC).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 28906?

The median home value in ZIP code 28906 is $250,300, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 28906?

The median age in ZIP code 28906 is 56.50 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.