NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 28356

NC · Population: 5,638

B
63/100
55
C+
Safety
80
A
Affordability
74
B+
Quality of Life
42
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 28356

Zip code 28356 is located in North Carolina and is home to approximately 5,638 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 63/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

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

With a median household income of $61,135 and home values around $203,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 23.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8% 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
$61,135
Home Value
$203,800
Rent
$598/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
23.4%
Unemployment
8%
Owner-Occupied
76%
Rent Burden
11.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety55C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life74B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy42CLower unemployment = higher
Overall63BWeighted 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).