NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 28676

NC · Population: 3,059

B
60/100
46
C
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 28676

Zip code 28676 is located in North Carolina and is home to approximately 3,059 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), 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 $51,844 and home values around $192,000, 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 29.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.8% 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
$51,844
Home Value
$192,000
Rent
$540/mo
Median Age
53
College Educated
29.8%
Unemployment
6.8%
Owner-Occupied
86.3%
Rent Burden
12.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety46CLower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted 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).