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Zip Code 28307

NC · Population: 14,760

C
40/100
44
C
Safety
26
F
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
30
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 28307

Zip code 28307 is located in North Carolina and is home to approximately 14,760 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 40/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $187,500 and median rent of $1,386/month against a median income of $46,575. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 23.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 10.7% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$46,575
Home Value
$187,500
Rent
$1,386/mo
Median Age
23
College Educated
23.3%
Unemployment
10.7%
Owner-Occupied
1.3%
Rent Burden
35.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety44CLower crime = higher score
Affordability26FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy30DLower unemployment = higher
Overall40CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).